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Alcohol-induced colitis.

J M Herrerias, M A Muniain, S Sánchez

    Endoscopy
    |May 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A woman developed acute colitis after an unintentional alcohol enema. This is the first documented case of iatrogenic alcohol-induced colitis in an adult, highlighting potential risks of improper enema administration.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Toxicology
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Enemas are commonly used for bowel cleansing and medication delivery.
    • Alcoholic solutions are not standard for enema administration due to potential toxicity.
    • Iatrogenic conditions arise from medical examination or treatment.

    Observation:

    • A 38-year-old woman presented with symptoms of acute colitis.
    • The condition followed the unintentional administration of an alcohol enema.
    • No prior adult cases of alcohol-induced iatrogenic colitis were documented.

    Findings:

    • The patient's acute colitis was directly linked to the alcohol enema.
    • Histopathological examination confirmed inflammatory changes consistent with colitis.

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  • The severity of the colitis correlated with the enema administration.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential dangers of using alcohol in enemas.
    • Healthcare providers should be aware of this rare iatrogenic complication.
    • Guidelines for enema administration should emphasize the exclusion of toxic substances like alcohol.