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KMID : 1812320230400030293
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Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science
2023 Volume.40 No. 3 p.293 ~ p.296
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Oral chemical burns caused by topical application of policresulen: a case report
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Chae Hwa-Suk
Kang So-Hee
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Abstract
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Oral mucosal burns can occur after contact with various chemical agents, and commonly manifest as areas of mucosal sloughing and ulceration. Policresulen (Albothyl, Celltrion Pharm Inc.) is an over-the-counter topical antiseptic that is frequently used to treat stomatitis. Policresulen solution is highly acidic, with an approximate pH of 0.6; it can thus cause mucosal injury when improperly applied in the oral cavity. Here, we present a rare case of an oral mucosal burn resulting from incorrect self-administration of policresulen and emphasize the importance of increasing understanding of this adverse drug event among consumers and health professionals.
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KEYWORD
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Chemical burns, Oral mucosa, Policresulen, Self-treatment
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