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Acute demeton poisoning in a child
Archives of Environmental Health
|September 1, 1976
Summary
This case study highlights demeton poisoning in a child, initially misdiagnosed. Prompt treatment with pralidoxime chloride and atropine sulfate was life-saving, despite complications, emphasizing the need for rapid cholinesterase testing.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Environmental Health
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Organophosphate poisoning can present with atypical symptoms, delaying diagnosis.
- Demeton, an organophosphate pesticide, poses a significant risk, especially through dermal exposure.
- Accurate and timely diagnosis is critical for effective management of pesticide poisoning.