Methanol and ethylene glycol intoxication.
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چکیده
Accidental or intentional ingestion of substances containing methanol and ethylene glycol can result in death, and some survivors are left with blindness, renal dysfunction, and chronic brain injury. However, even in large ingestions, a favorable outcome is possible if the patient arrives at the hospital early enough and the poisoning is identified and appropriately treated in a timely manner. This review covers the common circumstances of exposure, the involved toxic mechanisms, and the clinical manifestations, laboratory findings, and treatment of methanol and ethylene glycol intoxication.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Critical care clinics
دوره 28 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012