Abstract:
Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP) is a highly toxic clear liquid used as a solvent. It is a strong oxidizing agent
and a corrosive. Acute and chronic toxicity can occur as an occupational hazard. Ingestion is associated with
corrosive burns leading to stricture formation, inhalational pneumonitis, acidosis, liver failure and renal failure. In this
paper we present a case of a young patient who intentionally ingested MEKP.The patient developed multiple
complications including proximal intestinal obstruction, acidosis and acute kidney injury. He was managed
conservatively and recovered after a prolonged hospital stay. He had multiple inflammatory strictures on
esophageal endoscopy, which improved over 3-6 moths.
