title: Hypermagnesemia and perforated viscus.
abstract: Reported is an unusual case of hypermagnesemia secondary to exogenous intake in the presence of a perforated viscus and normal renal function. The patient's neurological and cardiovascular complications resolved with repair of a duodenal ulcer and correction of hypermagnesemia. The presentation of hypermagnesemia can be subtle, but should be considered in patients with gastrointestinal complications who present in shock.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D004381:Duodenal Ulcer / Q000097:blood / Q000150:complications*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008274:Magnesium / Q000097:blood / Q000506:poisoning*; D010439:Peptic Ulcer Perforation / Q000097:blood / Q000150:complications*; D012651:Self Medication / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D008274:Magnesium