Suicide Attempt by a Corrosive Agent Causing Unusual Outcomes and Complications
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We commonly encounter patients in the emergency department who present after a suicide attempt. The methods can vary and unique challenges depending on nature of an unsuccessful attempt via chemical ingestion that led to severe complications involving drain cleaner with both highly corrosive caustic properties. management presentation are discussed great detail further investigate best treatment plan for acute chronic complications.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Cureus
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['2168-8184']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.42861