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J Emerg Med ; 21(3): 243-7, 2001 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11604278

ABSTRACT

We present a case of a non-Q wave myocardial infarction and acute renal failure following an ingestion of naphtha, a petroleum distillate composed primarily of hydrocarbons. The patient's renal, metabolic, and cardiac status improved over several days with aggressive volume replacement and bicarbonate therapy. Acute cardiotoxic effects of hydrocarbon exposure generally manifest as dysrhythmias, secondary to myocardial sensitization to circulating catecholamines, or, possibly, coronary vasospasm. Ischemia from associated hypotension or direct myocardial toxicity are other potential causes of naphtha-related cardiac injury.


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Alkanes/poisoning , Myocardial Infarction/chemically induced , Renal Insufficiency/chemically induced , Electrocardiography , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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