Gentian violet necroses T88.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Necroses after application of gentian violet solution. Often caused by careless storage of the disinfectants in warm places (e.g. sun-exposed window sills) with development of toxic concentrations of the solutions. Cave! Occurrence in trophic disorders and under occlusion already possible in the therapeutic area. Usual concentrations in aqueous solutions 0.1-0.5%. S.a. dyes.

Therapy
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Depending on the extent of the necroses, removal of the necroses, envelopes with antiseptic solutions such as potassium permanganate (light pink) or quinolinol (e.g. Chinosol 1:1000). In case of deep necrosis, see below for wound treatment appropriate to the stage of necrosis.

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Dye solutions should not be placed in the patient's hands!

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020