Colonic and parastomal ulceration related to nicorandil.

Journal: Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
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Abstract

Nicorandil is an antianginal medication increasingly used in the treatment of severe ischemic heart disease. It has been implicated in the pathogenesis of perianal and perioral ulceration. We report 2 patients with atypical gastrointestinal ulceration due to nicorandil.

Authors
Christopher Payne, Stuart Whitelaw