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An Arrow Poison (Abrus Precatorius) Causing Fatal Poisoning in a Child
Insights
Accidental ingestion of Abrus precatorius seeds can cause serious illness, including neurological issues. This case highlights a child
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Pediatric Neurology
Background:
- Abrus precatorius seeds are known for their toxicity.
- Ingestion typically causes gastrointestinal symptoms, hemolysis, renal damage, hepatotoxicity, and seizures.
Observation:
- A child accidentally ingested Abrus precatorius seeds.
- The child presented with altered sensorium and convulsions.
Findings:
- This case is rare due to the initial neurological manifestation.
- Neurological symptoms were the primary presentation in this pediatric case.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for severe neurological toxicity in children from Abrus precatorius seed ingestion.
- Emphasizes the need for prompt medical evaluation for suspected Abrus precatorius seed ingestion, even with initial gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Underscores the rarity of initial neurological presentation in pediatric Abrus precatorius poisoning.
Abstract:
Ingestion of whole seeds of Abrus precatorius often does not produce serious illness. It generally presents initially with gastrointestinal manifestations. Haemolysis, acute renal damage, hepatotoxicity and seizures are the other manifestations. Herewith we report a child with accidental ingestion of abrus precatorius seeds who presented with altered sensorium and convulsions. The case is being reported on account of its rarity in its initial neurological manifestation and has not been reported earlier in paediatric age group.