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T R Layton, K J Grant, E R Villella

    Journal of Toxicology. Clinical Toxicology
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Intravenous injection of gasoline is rare but can cause severe nerve damage. This case highlights the dangers of injecting petroleum distillates, leading to significant impairment of the hand and forearm.

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Neurology
    • Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Petroleum distillate injection is an uncommon method of substance abuse.
    • Intravenous drug abuse carries significant health risks.

    Observation:

    • A patient with a history of drug abuse self-administered gasoline via intravenous injection in the right forearm.
    • The injection resulted in intramuscular and subcutaneous deposition of gasoline.

    Findings:

    • Severe impairment of the right hand and forearm was observed.
    • Damage to the right median, ulnar, and radial nerves occurred due to gasoline injection.

    Implications:

    • This case underscores the severe neurotoxic effects of injecting petroleum distillates.
    • Healthcare providers should be aware of the potential for profound nerve injury from non-traditional substance abuse methods.