A colonoscopy preparation gone wrong: propylene glycol mistaken for polyethylene glycol
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DOI: 10.1080/15563650.2018.1442008
Abstract: Propylene glycol is a solvent used commonly in industry and as a diluent in pharmaceuticals [1].. To avoid toxicity, the maximum allowable intake is 25 mg/kg per day [1]. In contrast, polyethylene ... read more here.
Keywords: colonoscopy preparation; gone wrong; preparation gone; propylene glycol ... See more keywords
Citrobacter braakii bacteremia-induced septic shock after colonoscopy preparation with polyethylene glycol in a critically ill patient: a case report
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DOI: 10.1186/s12941-017-0201-5
Abstract: BackgroundPolyethylene glycol (PEG) is widely used for bowel cleaning in preparation for colonoscopy because of its safety. Septic shock after PEG preparation is an extremely rare complication. Herein, we describe a case of septic shock… read more here.
Keywords: colonoscopy preparation; septic shock; case; preparation ... See more keywords
A Smartphone App for Improvement of Colonoscopy Preparation (ColoprAPP): Development and Feasibility Study
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DOI: 10.2196/mhealth.7703
Abstract: Background Optimal bowel preparation is one of the major cornerstones for quality of colonoscopy. But poor bowel preparation still occurs in 10% to 25% of all patients. To optimize patient guidance, we developed a new… read more here.
Keywords: smartphone app; preparation; colonoscopy preparation;
Colonoscopy: Preparation and Potential Complications
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DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12030747
Abstract: Colonoscopy is a fairly common test that serves both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. It has been considered the gold standard in colorectal cancer screening for several years. Due to the nature of the examination, various… read more here.
Keywords: potential complications; preparation; side effects; colonoscopy preparation ... See more keywords