Patch test results in a Dutch paediatric population with suspected contact allergy:A retrospective cohort study

Background: Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) in paediatric patients is on the rise. Continuous identification of emerging allergens is of great importance to ensure accurate patch testing. Objectives: To assess the frequency and relevance of contact sensitivity in children and adolescents and evaluate changes in sensitization rates in the last decade. Methods: All patients with suspected ACD who underwent patch testing at the Amsterdam University Medical Centers between 2015 and 2021 were included. Results: Of 439 patients tested with the European Baseline Series (EBS) and additional series,... Mehr ...