Endosulphan poisoning presenting as status epilepticus.
A case of generalised seizures following ingestion of 20 cc of endosulphan (Endocel), an organochloride insecticide is presented. The patient, a young male of 25 years made a complete recovery. The mode of action of endosulphan is due to involvement of cholinergic neuronal system and the management is on the line of status epilepticus.
Sood
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Department of Medicine and Neurology, Medical College, Rohtak.
Yadav
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D000328:Adult; D004726:Endosulfan / Q000506:poisoning*; D004830:Epilepsy, Tonic-Clonic / Q000139:chemically induced*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
D004726:Endosulfan