Ethylene glycol poisoning. A case report.
A case of self-poisoning with ethylene glycol is presented. The metabolic upset induced by ingestion of this substance is discussed and the principles underlying treatment with ethyl alcohol, sodium bicarbonate and renal dialysis are outlined. The practical problems experienced with this therapy are detailed. The need for immediate instigation of treatment and for intensive care are emphasised.
D000368:Aged; D001639:Bicarbonates / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003422:Critical Care; D000431:Ethanol / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005026:Ethylene Glycols / Q000378:metabolism / Q000506:poisoning*; D006333:Heart Failure / Q000139:chemically induced; D006801:Humans; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000139:chemically induced; D008297:Male; D010530:Peritoneal Dialysis; D017693:Sodium Bicarbonate
D001639:Bicarbonates; D005026:Ethylene Glycols; D000431:Ethanol; D017693:Sodium Bicarbonate