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Fatal monocrotophos poisoning by cutaneous absorption while sleeping: A remarkable case study.
J Bodwal1, M Chauhan2, C Behera3
1Department of Forensic Medicine, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Hospital, India.
The Medico-Legal Journal
|July 30, 2019
Summary
Organophosphate poisoning remains a significant global health threat. This study details a rare fatal case of accidental monocrotophos poisoning via dermal absorption during sleep.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Environmental Health
- Forensic Science
Background:
- Organophosphate poisoning presents a substantial global health challenge, causing significant morbidity and mortality.
- While deliberate self-poisoning is common, accidental exposure, particularly via dermal absorption, is less frequently reported.
- Monocrotophos, a widely used organophosphate pesticide, poses risks even in developed nations.
Observation:
- This study documents a rare instance of fatal accidental poisoning from monocrotophos.
- The case involved an adult female who experienced dermal absorption while sleeping.
- Pesticide residues were confirmed in post-mortem blood and skin samples.
Findings:
- Accidental dermal absorption of monocrotophos can be fatal.
- Chromatography and spectroscopy confirmed monocrotophos presence in biological samples.
- This case highlights the potential for severe outcomes from seemingly minor exposures.
Implications:
- Reinforces the need for stringent safety protocols in pesticide handling and storage.
- Underscores the importance of considering dermal absorption as a route for fatal poisoning.
- Contributes to the literature on monocrotophos toxicity and accidental poisoning cases.
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