Outbreak of Puffer Fish Poisoning in Dhaka City
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Puffer fish poisoning.
Regarded by many as a delicacy, puffer fish (Lagocephalus scleratus) is a lethal source of food poisoning with a high mortality. It contains tetrodotoxin which can cause death by muscular paralysis, respiratory depression, and circulatory failure. A case of mild intoxication is reported and the literature reviewed.
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Puffer fish poisoning occurs sporadically throughout the world, especially in the coastal areas. It contains tetrodotoxin which can cause death by muscular paralysis, respiratory depression, and circulatory failure. Early diagnosis and supportive management could ensure a safe and favorable outcome. In this review article, we have tried to explore the pathophysiology, clinical features, and tre...
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Sir,—I was interested in the recent review article on animal toxins by Karalliedde [1]. In Hong Kong puffer fish poisoning occurs sporadically. The most important management is early intubation and assisted ventilation for cases with respiratory failure and circulatory support, with fluid and inotropes for hypotensive patients. Although there is no specific antidote for the tetro-dotoxin, certa...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Medicine
سال: 2017
ISSN: 2075-5384,1997-9797
DOI: 10.3329/jom.v19i1.34837