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  • Toxicology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Rodenticide poisoning represents a significant global health challenge.
  • Accidental and intentional ingestions necessitate urgent medical care.
  • Understanding the clinical spectrum and management is vital for critical care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology and clinical presentation of rodenticide poisoning.
  • To outline current diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies.
  • To emphasize the importance of timely intervention in managing rodenticide toxicity.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of rodenticide poisoning cases and management guidelines.
  • Analysis of clinical data from relevant studies.
  • Synthesis of information on toxicology, clinical manifestations, and therapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Rodenticide poisoning presents with diverse clinical effects depending on the agent.
  • Coagulation abnormalities are common with anticoagulant rodenticides.
  • Management involves decontamination, supportive care, and specific antidotes like Vitamin K.

Conclusions:

  • Rodenticide poisoning requires a high index of suspicion for prompt diagnosis.
  • Effective management hinges on early supportive care and targeted antidote administration.
  • Public health awareness and responsible pesticide use are essential for prevention.