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1Department of Poisoning and Occupational Diseases, Hubei Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital (Hubei Occupational Disease Hospital, Hubei Xinhua Hospital), Wuhan 430000, China.
Abstract:
Potassium methylsilanetriolate is an organic silicon waterproofing agent widely used in the construction industry. It can be obtained by the reaction of methyltrichlorosilane with water and potassium hydroxide, and the solution is a colorless or light yellow transparent liquid with a pH of 12-13. This article shares the diagnosis and treatment process of one case of accidental ingestion of potassium methylsilanetriolate, in order to supplement and improve treatment experience. This case suggests that gastric lavage and blood perfusion are both treatment options for patients with digestive tract chemical injuries who have mistakenly taken strong alkalis. The provision of medical history and reasonable dietary adjustments are particularly important for treatment.
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