[Study of four cases of poisoning by Atractylis gummifera L. in Morocco]
Nadia Zaim1, Laïla Guemouri, Driss Lamnaouer
1Université Hassan II Aïn Chock, Faculté de Médecine Dentaire, Casablanca, Maroc. n.zaim@fmd-uh2c.ma
Abstract:
Atractylis gummifera L., a poisonous thistle responsible for frequent and sometimes mortal poisonings is known in Mediterranean region and in occident as this plant is used in alternative medicine. The clinical and biological data of four cases of poisoning in Morocco by Atractylis gummifera L. reported and discussed in this study will have to help to review this poisoning in order to inform better and to take care of the poisoned persons. Also this study may contribute to prevent the use of this plant in traditional medicine.
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