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Methanol poisoning during late pregnancy
P Hantson1, J Y Lambermont, P Mahieu
1Department of Intensive Care, Cliniques Universitaires St-Luc, Brussels, Belgium.
Journal of Toxicology. Clinical Toxicology
|January 1, 1997
Summary
This case report details a pregnant woman with severe methanol poisoning who received ethanol, bicarbonate, and hemodialysis. Both mother and newborn experienced no complications following treatment and delivery.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Obstetrics
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Methanol poisoning during pregnancy is rare and poses significant risks to both mother and fetus.
- Prompt diagnosis and aggressive management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A 26-year-old pregnant woman presented with severe methanol poisoning (230 mg/dL) at 38 weeks gestation.
- Initial presentation included mild metabolic acidosis; fetal distress was not detected.
Findings:
- The patient underwent treatment with ethanol infusion, bicarbonate, and hemodialysis.
- Delivery occurred six days after exposure; methanol was undetectable in maternal blood.
- No adverse outcomes were observed in the mother or the newborn.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful management of severe methanol poisoning in late pregnancy.
- It suggests that timely and comprehensive treatment can prevent maternal and fetal complications.