Intermediate syndrome in organophosphorous poisoning.
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ABSTRACT
One hundred and fifty three cases of Organophosphorous poisoning cases presented to Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, India during a 2 year period ( 2001- 2002), out of which 45 cases (29.4%) had features of Intermediate Syndrome. Largest number of victims were in the age group of 21-30 years (37.7%). Males predominated (71.1%). Methyl Parathion was the commonest compound (57.7%). Respiratory muscle weakness was the most common manifestation seen (84.4%). Mortality was 22.3%.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Organophosphorus Compounds
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Syndrome
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Time Factors
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Adult
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Young Adult
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Organophosphate Poisoning
Language:
English
Year:
2005
Type:
Article
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