Mercury: is it elemental my dear Watson?
A case of poisoning with a mercury "solution" is reported. The solution was known to contain mercury but its exact nature was unknown. Despite appropriate initial management, various assumptions were made that resulted in a "toxic" level. The presentation and management is discussed.
Poulden
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Emergency Unit, University Hospital of Wales, UK. Markpoulden@hotmail.com
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008630:Mercury Poisoning / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy