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Sneddon's Syndrome and the Capability to Work: With Regard to a Clinical Case.

Authors :
Ribeiro, Rui
Saldanha, Nuno
Matos, Pedro
Teófilo, Vanessa
Moreira, Salomé
Pinho, Paulo
Norton, Pedro
Source :
Indian Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine. Jan-Mar2024, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p83-85. 3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Sneddon's syndrome is a rare condition characterized by the presence of neurocutaneous lesions, including reticular livedo and an increase in thrombotic risk, and it is associated with a greater risk of cerebrovascular disease. It is diagnosed through a skin biopsy and neurological manifestations. In this study, we present a clinical report of a 39-year-old nurse exposed to shift and night work in an intensive care unit. She was diagnosed with Sneddon's syndrome, whose workplace had to be readapted, considering the complications and restrictions of her condition and aiming her protection and healthcare promotion. Night work can exacerbate cerebral and cardiovascular events due to its impact on metabolism, blood pressure profile, and hormone concentrations. Therefore, given a syndrome characterized by an increased thrombotic risk associated with cerebrovascular events, the restriction of night work is imperative. The occupational physician is responsible for intervening in the workplace and preventing long-term consequences for employees. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09732284
Volume :
28
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Indian Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177121596
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_247_23