Suicide by ingestion of methyl ethyl ketone peroxide.

Suicide by ingestion of methyl ethyl ketone peroxide.

Journal of forensic sciences (1986-01-01)

R E Mittleman, L A Romig, E Gressmann

RÉSUMÉ

Methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) is a free radical-generating compound used as a fiberglass resin hardener. A 41-year-old Haitian man developed severe metabolic acidosis, hemolysis, esophageal and gastric necrosis, and perforation of the stomach after drinking an undetermined amount of MEKP in a successful suicide attempt. The biochemical effects of free radicals explain the necrosis and hemolysis observed.

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495050

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Luperox^® DDM-9, 2-Butanone peroxide solution, ~35 wt. % in 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol diisobutyrate

524670

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Luperox^® DHD-9, 2-Butanone peroxide solution, ~32 wt. % in phthalate-free plasticizer mixture