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Intravenous hydrocarbon abuse.

S Wason, P T Greiner

    The American Journal of Emergency Medicine
    |November 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Intravenous turpentine injection is a dangerous form of chemical abuse. It can cause severe lung issues, skin infections, and central nervous system depression, requiring immediate hospitalization and observation for complications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Chemical abuse presents unique challenges in emergency settings.
    • Intravenous administration of non-medical substances can lead to severe systemic toxicity.
    • Turpentine, a common solvent, is not intended for parenteral administration.

    Observation:

    • A case report details a suicide attempt involving intravenous turpentine injection.
    • The patient presented with acute pulmonary edema and hypoxia immediately post-injection.
    • Cellulitis developed subsequently at the injection site.

    Findings:

    • Intravenous turpentine injection can rapidly induce severe respiratory distress (pulmonary edema, hypoxia).
    • Local tissue reactions, including cellulitis and potential myonecrosis, are significant complications.

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  • Central nervous system depression and febrile reactions are also anticipated adverse effects.

    • Implications:

    • Patients exhibiting this form of chemical abuse require immediate hospitalization for monitoring and management.
    • Vigilant observation for delayed local reactions (12-24 hours) like myonecrosis is crucial.
    • Healthcare providers should be aware of the potential for severe, multi-systemic toxicity from non-traditional routes of substance abuse.