A rare and uncommon complication after use of hydrogen peroxide (HO): A review of use of HO in orthopaedics

Hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ) is a commonly used chemical agent in orthopaedic practice for antisepsis, haemostasis and preparation of bone bed for cementation. However, the associated risks of H 2 O 2 usage are not widely known. We report a case of suspected air embolism after use of H 2 O 2 during...

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Main Authors: Michael Matthew Chan, Tao Sun Tycus Tse, Yik-Cheung Samuel Wan, Yuk Wah Hung, Jason CH Fan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2020-12-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedics, Trauma and Rehabilitation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2210491720925089