| Abstract |
Two cases of benign oesophageal stricture following the inadvertent ingestion of Steradent tablets are presented. We stress the particular risk of this problem occurring in the elderly population. |
| Authors | A W Patrick, E W Cameron, M J Ford |
| Journal | Scottish medical journal
(Scott Med J)
Vol. 31
Issue 3
Pg. 181
(Jul 1986)
ISSN: 0036-9330 [Print] Scotland |
| PMID | 3798082
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
|
| Chemical References |
- Borates
- Dentifrices
- Denture Cleansers
- Drug Combinations
- Phosphates
- Tablets
|
| Topics |
- Aged
- Borates
(adverse effects)
- Burns, Chemical
(etiology, therapy)
- Dementia
(psychology)
- Dentifrices
(adverse effects)
- Denture Cleansers
(adverse effects)
- Dilatation
- Drug Combinations
(adverse effects)
- Esophageal Stenosis
(chemically induced, therapy)
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Medication Errors
- Phosphates
(adverse effects)
- Self Care
(adverse effects)
- Tablets
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