Chlorhexidine chemical burn in hand surgery: A case review and recommendations for prevention

Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) is one of the most commonly used antiseptic agents for pre-procedural skin preparation and is generally considered safe; however, there are reports that, under certain circumstances, CHG can cause chemical burns. This case report highlights the occurrence and management...

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Main Authors: Alireza Najafian, Brynn Hathaway, Sven Gunther, Joel S. Solomon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-10-01
Series:Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213576622002639