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  • Medical Microbiology
  • Public Health
  • Toxicology

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  • Botulism, caused by *Clostridium botulinum*, presents a significant public health challenge.
  • The toxin's medical applications are expanding, leading to increased iatrogenic cases.
  • Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial, especially in emergency settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical and current significance of botulism.
  • To highlight the growing risk of iatrogenic botulism due to medical toxin use.
  • To emphasize the need for heightened awareness among healthcare professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of historical and contemporary botulism data.
  • Analysis of trends in medical applications of botulinum toxin.
  • Examination of iatrogenic botulism case reports and clinical presentations.

Main Results:

  • Botulism remains a potentially lethal condition with evolving medical uses.
  • Iatrogenic botulism cases are increasing due to cosmetic and therapeutic procedures.
  • Emergency departments are critical for timely diagnosis and management.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare providers must consider botulism in differential diagnoses.
  • Vigilance is essential to manage the rising incidence of iatrogenic botulism.
  • Understanding botulism's dual nature—threat and therapeutic—is vital for public health.