Organophosphorus Compounds Poisoning: Picture in Rangpur Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh

Antioxidants in organophosphorus compounds poisoning.

Oxidative stress has recently been implicated as a factor in the mortality and morbidity induced by organophosphorus (OP) compound poisoning. An overwhelming number of research papers are based on studying at the cellular and organ level. Such studies have concluded that antioxidants can be used as an adjunct compound in the treatment of both chronic as well as acute OP poisoning. Still, the ro...

[The clinical picture and emergency treatment of acute accidental poisoning with organophosphorus compounds in children].

Spectrum of Acute Pharmaceutical and Chemical Poisoning in Northern Bangladesh

Background: Acute poisoning is a major public health problem in Bangladesh. It is a common method for suicide. A clear picture regarding clinical presentation, most commonly used toxic agents, background factors and outcome of poisoned patients is necessary in every region. The aim of this study was to investigate frequency and outcome of acute pharmaceutical and chemical poisoning cases in Nor...

Medical College Hospital

ago he fe.t a tingling sensation over the back of the middle finger near the knuckle. Ten days after this he had fever of an intermittent type. With the increase of the fever i he peculiar sensation gradually extended over the three inner fingers, the greater part of the hand and forearm, and also over the lower part of the arm. At the same time he had well-marked pain above the elbow joint on ...

Organophosphorus poisoning (acute).

INTRODUCTION Acetylcholinesterase inhibition by organophosphorus pesticides or organophosphate nerve agents can cause acute parasympathetic system dysfunction, muscle weakness, seizures, coma, and respiratory failure. Prognosis depends on the dose and relative toxicity of the specific compound, as well as pharmacokinetic factors. METHODS AND OUTCOMES We conducted a systematic review and aimed...