West China Journal of Stomatology ›› 2016, Vol. 34 ›› Issue (6): 657-658.doi: 10.7518/hxkq.2016.06.021

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Accidental injection of sodium hypochlorite in inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia

Li Hongyan1,2, Xu Jian1, Zhang Baorong1, Jia Yue1, Liu Minhua1, Luo Yilang1, Zhao Jing1   

  1. 1. Dept. of Dental Center, Aviation General Hospital of China Medical University, Beijing Institute of Translation Medicine, China Academy of Science, Beijing 100012, China; 2. School of Stomatology, Weifang Medical University, Weifang 261053, China) Correspondence: Jia Yue, E-mail: jerrychia@163.com.
  • Received:2016-03-20 Revised:2016-04-16 Online:2016-12-01 Published:2016-12-01

Abstract: Sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) has been widely used in clinical practice as one of the most efficient root canal irrigants. Its properties include broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity and ability to dissolve necrotic tissues. However, when used improperly, NaClO can cause a series of adverse reactions, such as mucosal inflammation, irritation, or injury. This paper presents a case of accidental injection of NaClO in inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia.

Key words: sodium hypochlorite, root canal therapy, inferior alveolar nerve, block anesthesia

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