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Perianal burn caused by using the bidet.

O Shulman1, Y Wolf, D J Hauben

  • 1Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Burn Unit, Rabin Medical Center, Campus Beilinson, Petah-Tikva, Israel. orishon@inter.net.il

Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
|May 12, 2001
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Elderly individuals commonly experience scald burns from hot bath water. This case highlights a perianal scald burn resulting from bidet use, a less common but significant injury.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Burn Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Scald burns are a frequent injury among the elderly population, often associated with bathing.
  • Preventable injuries in older adults require ongoing attention to safety measures in the home environment.

Observation:

  • A case report details a scald burn occurring in the perianal region.
  • The injury was specifically attributed to the use of a bidet with excessively hot water.

Findings:

  • This incident underscores a novel mechanism of scald burn injury in the elderly.
  • The perianal area presents a vulnerable site for thermal injury from bidet use.

Implications:

  • Healthcare providers should consider bidet use as a potential cause of scald burns in geriatric patients.

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  • Public health awareness campaigns may need to include warnings about safe bidet operation for the elderly.
  • Further investigation into bidet safety features and user education is warranted.