A case of methaemoglobinaemia.
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چکیده
Methaemoglobinaemia is rare but should be considered in cases of cyanosis unresponsive to oxygen therapy. An example of this is given involving the accidental ingestion of Amyl Nitrite.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of emergency medicine
دوره 10 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1993