Systemic poisoning after mucosa and skin contact of paraquat
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چکیده
Paraquat poisoning is associated with very high mortality and often results in severe complications including pulmonary fibrosis and multi-organ failure. Majorities of the reported cases had paraquat exposure from oral route either due to accidental intake or suicidal attempt. Systemic complications from dermal exposure were infrequently reported. We reported a patient suffering from acute renal failure and liver function derangement due to systemic absorption of paraquat from accidentally dermal and mucosal contact. The case has illustrated the danger of improper use of this high toxic substance as a household product. (Hong Kong j.emerg.med. 2011;18:258-263)
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