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. 2002;19(1):52-5.
doi: 10.1159/000052006.

Local formalin instillation: an effective treatment for uncontrolled radiation-induced hemorrhagic proctitis

R Ouwendijk  1 , G W M Tetteroo, W Bode, E J R de Graaf
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Local formalin instillation: an effective treatment for uncontrolled radiation-induced hemorrhagic proctitis

R Ouwendijk et al. Dig Surg. 2002.

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of local instillation of 4% formalin in the management of uncontrolled radiation-induced and ischemic hemorrhagic proctitis.

Patients and methods: Eight patients were reviewed. Operation characteristics, morbidity and long-term results were analyzed.

Results: All patients were followed for a median of 18 months. In 5 patients the bleeding stopped after a single treatment and in 3 after a second one. During follow-up no recurrent rectal bleeding occurred, no further medical treatment was needed and in all patients the complaints had disappeared.

Conclusion: Local instillation of 4% formalin is an effective treatment for uncontrolled radiation-induced and ischemic hemorrhagic proctitis.

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