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Myocardial infarction after toluene inhalation

J R Carder1, R S Fuerst

  • 1Department of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville 32610-0392, USA.

Summary

Hydrocarbon exposure, such as from toluene fumes, can trigger acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) in young individuals. This case highlights a rare but serious risk associated with substance abuse and volatile chemical inhalation.

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