| Literature DB >> 9785165 |
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Abstract
Regarded by many as a delicacy, puffer fish (Lagocephalus scleratus) is a lethal source of food poisoning with a high mortality. It contains tetrodotoxin which can cause death by muscular paralysis, respiratory depression, and circulatory failure. A case of mild intoxication is reported and the literature reviewed.Entities:
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Year: 1998 PMID: 9785165 PMCID: PMC1343179 DOI: 10.1136/emj.15.5.334
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Accid Emerg Med ISSN: 1351-0622