Slow recovery from carbon monoxide poisoning

Slow recovery from carbon monoxide poisoning.

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Mass carbon monoxide poisoning.

The largest occurrence of carbon monoxide poisoning in Britain demonstrates the potential for mass accidental poisoning. It emphasises the need for strict public health controls and the importance of good liaison between emergency services to ensure that such events are quickly recognised and that the necessary resources are organised.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Sir

Sir, The recent review of carbon monoxide poisoning by Balzan et al' provided helpful advice about this sometimes difficult diagnosis. We would, however, hesitate to follow the recommendations made about the treatment of CO poisoning. Their assessment of the benefit of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) does not appear to be based on the presented evidence and the potential complications of transporting c...

[Carbon monoxide poisoning from an unusual source].

Delayed neuropsychiatric sequelae and recovery following carbon monoxide poisoning.

Dear Editor, Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a leading cause of death by suicide.1 Acute CO intoxication may induce hypoxic encephalopathy with variable presentations, ranging from confusion to deep coma but most recover completely from the acute episode following CO poisoning. However, up to 30% of survivors develop neuropsychiatric and cognitive manifestations 1 week to 6 months after CO ex...