Bismuth iodoform paraffin paste: a review

J Laryngol Otol. 2011 Sep;125(9):891-5. doi: 10.1017/S0022215111001599. Epub 2011 Jul 12.

Abstract

Introduction: This article reviews the literature pertaining to bismuth iodoform paraffin paste.

Overview: Bismuth iodoform paraffin paste is used in most otolaryngology departments on a daily basis. Questions about its properties are common in postgraduate otolaryngology examinations. This article reviews bismuth iodoform paraffin paste's current and historical usage, constituents, properties, side effects, and radiographic properties, and its alternatives in otological and rhinological practice.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Infective Agents, Local / adverse effects
  • Anti-Infective Agents, Local / therapeutic use*
  • Bismuth / adverse effects
  • Bismuth / metabolism
  • Bismuth / pharmacology
  • Bismuth / therapeutic use*
  • Bismuth / toxicity
  • Drug Combinations
  • Drug Hypersensitivity
  • Epistaxis / therapy*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hydrocarbons, Iodinated / adverse effects
  • Hydrocarbons, Iodinated / chemistry
  • Hydrocarbons, Iodinated / therapeutic use*
  • Hydrocarbons, Iodinated / toxicity
  • Military Medicine
  • Nitrites / poisoning
  • Occlusive Dressings
  • Otologic Surgical Procedures / methods
  • Postoperative Care / methods
  • Pregnancy
  • Tampons, Surgical

Substances

  • Anti-Infective Agents, Local
  • Drug Combinations
  • Hydrocarbons, Iodinated
  • Nitrites
  • bismuth iodoform paraffin paste
  • bismuth subnitrate
  • iodoform
  • Bismuth