Chlorhexidine chemical burn in hand surgery: A case review and recommendations for prevention

Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) is one of the most commonly used antiseptic agents for pre-procedural skin preparation and is generally considered safe; however, there are reports that, under certain circumstances, CHG can cause chemical burns. This case report highlights the occurrence and management...

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Main Authors: Alireza Najafian (Author), Brynn Hathaway (Author), Sven Gunther (Author), Joel S. Solomon (Author)
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Published: Elsevier, 2022-10-01T00:00:00Z.
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