| Literature DB >> 31497452 |
Rachel E Bridwell1, Brandon M Carius1, Eric B Tomich2, Joseph K Maddry1.
Abstract
Sodium fluoride is an accessible and frequently used compound that if ingested can cause ventricular dysrhythmias, hemorrhage, and death. We present a case report of a 21-year-old female who presented following an intentional ingestion of a lethal dose of sodium fluoride, developing massive hemorrhage and cardiac arrest.Entities:
Keywords: dysrhythmia; gastrointestinal hemorrhage; sodium fluoride; toxic ingestion
Year: 2019 PMID: 31497452 PMCID: PMC6716766 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.5025
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cureus ISSN: 2168-8184