title: Oxytocin-induced water intoxication. A case report.
abstract: Oxytocin-induced water intoxication is an uncommon iatrogenic condition with serious potential morbidity and mortality, which is preventable with a rational approach to therapy. Its pathogenesis, management and prevention are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000028:Abortion, Induced; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010121:Oxytocin / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011247:Pregnancy; D014869:Water Intoxication / Q000139:chemically induced*
chemical_list: D010121:Oxytocin