| Autor: |
V. W. Klokman, S. Tempelaar, B. C. W. Kuipers, I. A. G. van Dijk, M. A. M. Moviat |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2024 |
| Předmět: |
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| Zdroj: |
International Journal of Emergency Medicine, Vol 17, Iss 1, Pp 1-5 (2024) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
1865-1380 |
| DOI: |
10.1186/s12245-024-00588-3 |
| Popis: |
Abstract Background Monkshood, a toxic plant containing a potent cardio- and neurotoxin called aconitine, can lead to a range of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, dizziness, seizures, and cardiac arrhythmias. Mortality associated with this intoxication are due to ventricular tachyarrhythmias which are difficult to treat and often refractory in nature. Case presentation We present a case of a 17-year-old female patient who presented to the emergency department after intentionally ingesting a monkshood plant and developed atrioventricular dissociation and frequent ventricular ectopy. The patient was successfully treated with activated charcoal, supportive care, and cardiac monitoring. Conclusion This case highlights the importance of early recognition of aconitine poisoning and the need for prompt supportive care, cardiac rhythm monitoring, and preemptive antiarrhythmic treatment planning. |
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