Respiratory toxicity of persulphate salts and their adverse effects on airways in hairdressers: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To review the literature on respiratory effects of persulfate salts (PS) or hair bleaches in hairdressers and animal models exploring mechanisms behind PS-induced asthma.

Methods

A systematic review according to the PRISMA guidelines was performed. Studies published from 2000 to July 2021 that fulfilled predefined eligibility criteria were retrieved. Data were not quantitatively synthesized due to the heterogeneity of study designs, outcomes and methods.

Results

Forty-two articles were included. PS are indicated as the main cause of occupational rhinitis and asthma in hairdressers, and one of the leading causes of occupational asthma in some European countries. Bleaching products are indicated as the most important factor for development of respiratory sympt

SUBMITTER: Macan J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9489562 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature