Title of article :
Severe Accidental Organophosphorus Poisoning in Two Children
Author/Authors :
Aminisefat ، Alireza Student Research Committee - Zabol University of Medical Sciences , Saravani ، Khadijeh Department of Medical - Zabol University of Medical Sciences , Saravani ، Mahdieh Department of Pediatric - Children and Adolescent Health Research center - Zahedan University of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
Background: Organophosphorus (OP) compounds have intense anticholinesterase activity and are commonly used as insecticides and pesticides. OP poisoning is a global health problem and poses a threat to human health. Case Report: Here we report two sisters, aged 3 and 4 years, who had inadvertently eaten agricultural pesticides. These patients had a decreased level of consciousness, nausea, and vomiting. We do not have pralidoxime in this center and the adjacent center, so we used atropine as the primary drug in treating these patients. However, after 4 days, the 3yearold patient felt a weakness in upper and lower limb movements. Conclusion: In the treatment of OP poisoning, it is necessary to pay special attention to delayed complications such as intermediate syndrome.
Keywords :
Organophosphorus compounds , Pesticides , Chlorpyrifos , Autonomic nervous system diseases
Journal title :
International Journal of Medical Toxicology and Forensic Medicine
Journal title :
International Journal of Medical Toxicology and Forensic Medicine