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Naphthalene Ball Ingestion Leading to Intravascular Hemolysis and Acute Kidney Injury

Kasireddy Sravanthi1, Manojkumar G Patil1, Shailaja Mane1

  • 1Pediatrics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune (Deemed to be University), Pune, IND.

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Summary
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Accidental naphthalene mothball ingestion in a child caused severe intravascular hemolysis and acute kidney injury (AKI). This case emphasizes prompt diagnosis and treatment for naphthalene poisoning in pediatric patients.

Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Pediatrics
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Naphthalene, an aromatic hydrocarbon in mothballs, is rarely ingested by children due to its properties.
  • Pediatric poisoning is uncommon but can lead to severe complications.

Observation:

  • A five-year-old boy accidentally ingested naphthalene mothballs.
  • He presented with fever, abdominal pain, vomiting, decreased urine output, and hematuria.

Findings:

  • The child developed intravascular hemolysis and acute kidney injury (AKI).
  • Laboratory results showed hemolytic anemia, elevated creatinine, and proteinuria.

Implications:

  • Naphthalene poisoning can cause serious health issues in children.
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Keywords:
acute kidney injuryhemodialysisintravascular hemolysismoth ball

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