Consideraciones estadístico-epidemiológicas sobre las muertes producidas por monóxido de carbono en la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires: experiencia de la Morgue Judicial del Poder Judicial de la Nación durante el decenio 1997-2007 / Some statistical-epidemiological considerations related to deaths due to carbon monoxide in the city of Buenos Aires During the decade 1997-2007

ABSTRACT

Carbon monoxide (CO) intoxication is the most common cause of death after acute smoke inhalation and may be the most common inhalation toxin overall. The central nervous system and heart are especially vulnerable to CO intoxication. The risk of acute and long-term neurologic effects unders-cores the importance of prompt treatment with high concentration of supplemental oxygen. The authors of this report present some statistical and epidemilogical considerations related to deaths due to carbon monoxide in the City of Buenos Aires. This is an experience of the Judicial Morgue during the decade between the years 1997 and 2007.