A case of self-harm by alcohol intoxication resulted in unintended in-hospital death
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KEY CLINICAL MESSAGE In-hospital hanging during a confusional state from alcohol intoxication is rare. To treat cases of acute alcohol intoxication, careful observation will be needed to avoid accidental psychological reactions.
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