A case of contact dermatitis due to Fiblast® spray, a product of basic fibroblast growth factor

Shuko Okada, Takashi Masu, Takahiko Tsunoda, Ryuhei Okuyama, Setsuya Aiba

Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

Abstract

A 38-year-old Japanese man had been treated with Fiblast® spray, a product of recombinant human basic fibroblast growth factor, for a skin ulcer after open reduction of a fractured calcaneum. The skin ulcer did not improve well and was associated with desquamative erythema. We observed a positive reaction on patch test against benzalconium chloride, which is included as a preservative in Fiblast® spray. Benzalconium chloride is known to provoke contact dermatitis. We should exercise caution with Fiblast® spray because of its potential to cause contact dermatitis.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)248-250
Number of pages3
JournalNishinihon Journal of Dermatology
Volume68
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2006

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Dermatology

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'A case of contact dermatitis due to Fiblast® spray, a product of basic fibroblast growth factor'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this