Phenol toxicity

Ishtiaq Ahmed; Sayed Athar Hussain Kazmi

Author(s)

Ishtiaq Ahmed Department of Surgery, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Sayed Athar Hussain Kazmi Department of Anaesthesia, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Abstract

Phenol toxicity is a rare incidence. A case of accidental intravenous injection of 5% phenol in almond oil during surgery is being reported. Supportive treatment was given to revive the patient. Phlebitis at the site of injection was the only complication.

Publication Details

Page(s) 344-345

DOI DOI not available

Published Journal: Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP, Volume: 10, Issue: 9, Year: 2000

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Keywords

Phenol. Toxicity. Intravenous.

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