Abdominal Computed Tomography of a Fatal Amphetamine Poisoning; Pitfalls of Diagnosis and Treatment
| Author | Peyman Erfantalab | en |
| Author | Nasim Zamani | en |
| Author | Behrouz Hashemi-Domeneh | en |
| Author | Hossein Hassanian-Moghaddam | en |
| Author | Maryam Akhgri | en |
| Issued Date | 2016-09-30 | en |
| Abstract | Introduction: Amphetamines/methamphetamines are among the most significant central nervous system stimulant drugs of abuse. Agitation can masquerade very important complications of their abuse that can be life-threatening. Case Presentation: We present a case of acute inhalational toxicity with amphetamine/ methamphetamine who was followed and treated by our residents for almost 12 hours for agitation. Conclusions: His abdominal computed tomography showed a fatal complication later. Complete evaluation of the heart, brain, and abdomen is warranted in every amphetamine or methamphetamine-intoxicated patient who refers with loss of consciousness and agitation. | en |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.17795/zjrms-2853 | en |
| Keyword | Amphetamine | en |
| Keyword | Central Nervous System Stimulants | en |
| Keyword | Poisoning | en |
| Keyword | Hospital Mortality | en |
| Keyword | Malpractice | en |
| Publisher | Brieflands | en |
| Title | Abdominal Computed Tomography of a Fatal Amphetamine Poisoning; Pitfalls of Diagnosis and Treatment | en |
| Type | Case Report | en |
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