A case of hydrogen peroxide-induced proctocolitis in a child

Author: So Yoon CHOI ¹
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1. Department of Pediatrics, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
Publication Type:Case Report
From:Pediatric Emergency Medicine Journal 2020;7(1):53-56
CountryRepublic of Korea
Abstract: 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 of oxygen. We present a case of a child with hydrogen peroxide-induced proctocolitis.