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[Massive theophylline poisoning. A case with survival without hemoperfusion]
S B Laursen1, P Nielsen, J F Hartmann-Andersen
1Anaestesiologisk afdeling og medicinsk afdeling, Sønderborg Sygehus.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|October 25, 1993
Summary
This case study shows successful management of severe theophylline intoxication without hemoperfusion. Aggressive cardiovascular support and seizure control were key to the patient
Area of Science:
- Clinical Toxicology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Theophylline is a medication with a narrow therapeutic index.
- Acute intoxication can lead to severe, life-threatening complications.