Isolataed Severe Methaemoglobinaemia: A Rare Presentation Of Indoxacarb Poisoning

Isolataed Severe Methaemoglobinaemia: A Rare Presentation Of Indoxacarb Poisoning

Indoxacarb pesticide ingestion in humans is associated with multiple complications such as methaemoglobinaemia, acute kidney injury, rhabdomyolysis, acute respiratory distress syndrome and seizures. Among those, methaemoglobinaemia s common. Here we present a case of deliberate ingestion of indoxaca...

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Main Authors: Gajawathana Sakthilingham, Ragupathy Ambalavanar, Kumanan Thirunavukarasu, Kiruththihan Ananthasayanan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Bulgarian Association of Young Surgeons 2019-06-01
Series:International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports
Subjects:
Methaemoglobinaemia
indoxacarb
methylen blue
Online Access:http://www.ejmanager.com/fulltextpdf.php?mno=3958
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Summary:Indoxacarb pesticide ingestion in humans is associated with multiple complications such as methaemoglobinaemia, acute kidney injury, rhabdomyolysis, acute respiratory distress syndrome and seizures. Among those, methaemoglobinaemia s common. Here we present a case of deliberate ingestion of indoxacarb pesticide causing methaemoglobinaemia. Early recognition and prompt treatment with methylene blue has made complete recovery without any significant morbidity.
ISSN:2534-9821
2534-9821

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