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Arsine toxicity aboard the Asiafreighter.

S P Wilkinson, P McHugh, S Horsley

    British Medical Journal
    |September 6, 1975
    PubMed
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    Eight sailors experienced severe arsine toxicity, including intravascular hemolysis, renal failure, and marrow depression. One patient

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Hematology
    • Nephrology

    Background:

    • Arsine (AsH3) is a highly toxic gas.
    • Accidental exposure can occur in industrial or maritime settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the clinical manifestations and outcomes of arsine gas exposure in sailors.
    • To highlight the severe systemic effects of arsine toxicity.

    Main Methods:

    • Case report of eight sailors exposed to arsine gas.
    • Clinical observation and laboratory analysis of affected individuals.

    Main Results:

    • Four sailors had severe toxicity with fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and hemoglobinuria.
    • Pronounced intravascular hemolysis, renal failure (one anuric for 5 weeks), marrow depression, and peripheral neuropathy were observed.
    • One patient's stupor and anoxia improved after exchange transfusion.

    Conclusions:

    • Arsine exposure can cause life-threatening systemic toxicity, including hemolysis, renal failure, and neurological deficits.
    • Prompt medical intervention, such as exchange transfusion, may be beneficial in severe cases.
    • Long-term sequelae, including peripheral neuropathy, are possible.

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