Case report: metallic mercury embolism--deliberate self-injection.
The first ever report of self-administration of mercury via both arterial and venous routes is presented. The unique feature of this case is the accidental self-injection of mercury into the ulnar artery.
Cowan
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Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London.
Kane
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Karani
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D000328:Adult; D004617:Embolism / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005385:Fingers / Q000098:blood supply; D006801:Humans; D007267:Injections; D007511:Ischemia / Q000209:etiology; D008628:Mercury / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000737:chemistry; D016728:Self-Injurious Behavior / Q000150:complications*; D017535:Ulnar Artery
D008628:Mercury