Chemical burns are more common in developing countries, with up to 20% of all burns
(intentional and work-related) being caused by acids, whereas in developed countries
chemical burns tend to happen at work, comprising up to 16% of all workplace-related
burns in one report (
1
,
2
). Intentional chemical burns in developing countries are well described in medical
literature as a form of assault or motivated by interpersonal conflicts, and it is
increasingly frequent because chemicals such as sulfuric acid (used to refill dry
lead–acid batteries) are readily available and inexpensive (
3
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: December 05, 2014
Accepted:
September 30,
2014
Received in revised form:
July 14,
2014
Received:
April 8,
2014
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