Two Cases of Chemical Pneumonitis Induced by Hydrocarbon Aspiration / 결핵및호흡기질환
Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
;
: 148-153, 2009.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-187538
ABSTRACT
Chemical pneumonitis induced by hydrocarbon aspiration is rare in Korea. Kerosene is a petroleum distillate with low viscosity and high volatility. We report two adult cases of chemical pneumonitis caused by the accidental aspiration of kerosene. They were treated successfully with antibiotics and systemic corticosteroids, and recovered without complications.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Pneumonia
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Viscosity
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Volatilization
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Kerosene
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Petroleum
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Adrenal Cortex Hormones
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Korea
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
Year:
2009
Type:
Article
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