Hypoxia, Hypotension, And Bradycardia Induced By Povidone-Iodine Ingestion: A Pediatric Case Report And Literature Review

Povidone-iodine (PI) is a disinfectant and antiseptic agent commonly used to sterilize skin, mucous membranes, and wounds. PI intoxication is very rare, but the complications may be severe. We report a pediatric patient who presented in the emergency department with hypoxia, hypotension, and bradycardia after unintentional PI ingestion.