Organophosphate poisoning.

Organophosphate insecticides have become increasingly popular for agricultural, industrial, and home use and represent a significant potential health risk. We have reviewed the history, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, laboratory findings, differential diagnosis, therapy, and complications of toxic exposure to organophosphates. Promp recognition and aggressive treatment of acute intoxication are essential in order to minimize the morbidity and mortality from these potentially lethal compounds.