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Oxf Med Case Reports
; 2021(2): omaa137, 2021 Feb.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-34858629
RESUMO
Unintentional ingestions are a common form of poisoning in children worldwide. Organophosphates are commonly used in households worldwide and are a common cause of childhood poisonings. This case report describes an unintentional ingestion of a child in East Africa. A thorough patient history and a high index of suspicion are needed in recognizing an organophosphate poisoning. Prompt patient stabilization and treatment improve outcomes. Neurologic sequela may occur and thus patient follow-up is recommended.