| Literature DB >> 26831054 |
Eike Hamad1, Kavita Babu2, Vikhyat S Bebarta3,4,5.
Abstract
Cyanide toxicity is common after significant smoke inhalation. Two cases are presented that provide framework for the discussion of epidemiology, pathogenesis, presenting signs and symptoms, and treatment options of inhalational cyanide poisoning. An evidence-based algorithm is proposed that utilizes point-of-care testing to help physicians identify patients who benefit most from antidotal therapy.Entities:
Keywords: Cyanide; Fire; Hydroxocobalamin; Smoke inhalation; Sodium thiosulfate
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Year: 2016 PMID: 26831054 PMCID: PMC4880610 DOI: 10.1007/s13181-016-0533-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Med Toxicol ISSN: 1556-9039