Acute cervico-facial oedema and loss of consciousness following ingestion of barracuda fish.
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A young male presented with acute cervico-facial swelling and loss of consciousness, following ingestion of barracuda flesh. He recovered after administration of anti-histamines and steroids. Toxicity associated with barracuda is discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps
دوره 136 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1990