A case of hydrogen peroxide-induced proctocolitis in a child
Hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidizing agent widely available as disinfectants. It can be harmful if it enters into the bowels. Within moments after gastrointestinal exposure, the colon becomes distended with reduced blood flow. The reaction with catalase can cause acute colitis due to the release...
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| Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
2020-06-01
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| Series: | Pediatric Emergency Medicine Journal |
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| Online Access: | http://pemj.org/upload/pdf/pemj-2019-00157.pdf |