Aluminum phosphide poisoning with Brugada ECG: a case report highlighting diagnostic challenges arising from patient
Mohammed Ahmed Sadeq1,2, Magdy Soliman Dawood3, Reem Mohamed Farouk Ghorab3,4
1Emergency Medicine Department, Elsheikh Zayed Specialized Hospital, Elsheikh Zayed City, Egypt. mhd.a.sadeq@gmail.com.
Background:
Aluminum phosphide (AlP) poisoning is a major cause of mortality, often presenting with non-specific symptoms that complicate diagnosis.
Case:
A 19-year-old male presented with vomiting, abdominal pain, hypotension, and ECG abnormalities. He initially denied ingestion, delaying treatment. Despite supportive care, he progressed to cardiac arrest and death.
Conclusion:
This case illustrates the diagnostic challenges of AlP poisoning and underscores the need for early suspicion and intervention to improve patient outcomes.
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