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Organophosphate poisoning in a young child: a case report

Author(s) -

Namita Sharma,

Rosa Nin-Gonzalez

Publication year - 2021

Publication title -

oxford medical case reports

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

SCImago Journal Rank - 0.169

H-Index - 9

ISSN - 2053-8855

DOI - 10.1093/omcr/omaa137

Subject(s) - sequela , medicine , organophosphate poisoning , organophosphate , poison control , pediatrics , occupational safety and health , injury prevention , suicide prevention , medical emergency , environmental health , psychiatry , pesticide , pathology , biology , agronomy

Unintentional ingestions are a common form of poisoning in children worldwide. Organophosphates are commonly used in households worldwide and are a common cause of childhood poisonings. This case report describes an unintentional ingestion of a child in East Africa. A thorough patient history and a high index of suspicion are needed in recognizing an organophosphate poisoning. Prompt patient stabilization and treatment improve outcomes. Neurologic sequela may occur and thus patient follow-up is recommended.

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