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PURPOSE: This article describes the use of intrarectal formalin to treat intractable rectal bleeding from pelvic malignancy. METHODS: Case reports of two patients with intractable rectal bleeding from pelvic malignancy are described. RESULTS: In both cases, treatment with intrarectal formalin stopped the rectal bleeding. CONCLUSION: Formalin instillation into the rectum is an invaluable technique when one is faced with rectal hemorrhage from inoperable pelvic tumors.
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Kelly, S.R., Nugent, K.P. Formalin Instillation for Control of Rectal Hemorrhage in Advanced Pelvic Malignancy. Dis Colon Rectum 45, 121–122 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10350-004-6125-0
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10350-004-6125-0