Skin Lesions and Personal Protective Equipment in Health Care Workers From Lima, Peru, During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-sectional Study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Skin Lesions and Personal Protective Equipment in Health Care Workers From Lima, Peru, During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-sectional Study

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  • Carolina Coombes-Perez

  • Paula Arribas-Garcia

  • Amira Llerena-Delgado

  • Manuel Armando del Solar-Chacaltana

  • Rodrigo M Carrillo-Larco

  • August 20, 2025

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    The study surveyed 190 healthcare workers in Lima, Peru, revealing a 77% prevalence of skin lesions associated with PPE use during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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    The most common skin lesions reported were erythema (44%), comedones (18%), and erosions (15%), primarily affecting the nasal bridge and cheeks.

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    Factors increasing the likelihood of skin lesions included working in intensive care units, long shifts over 12 hours, and experiencing skin burning or dryness.

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    39% of healthcare workers employed preventive measures against skin lesions, with adhesive tape or bandages being the most frequently used.

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    The findings highlight the need for improved biosafety monitoring and occupational health guidelines to enhance the well-being of healthcare workers using PPE.

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Skin Lesions and Personal Protective Equipment in Health Care Workers From Lima, Peru, During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-sectional Study

  • by Carolina Coombes-Perez, Paula Arribas-Garcia, Amira Llerena-Delgado, Manuel Armando del Solar-Chacaltana, Rodrigo M Carrillo-Larco

  • August 20, 2025

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