Botulinum toxin: a deadly substance with great therapeutic effect.
Injections of botulinum toxin are commonly associated with cosmetic improvements. However, BTX is also used therapeutically to treat patients with neuromuscular and neurological disorders. Therapy is primarily carried out in outpatients as part of a wider management regimen, so it is vital for nurses to not only be aware of how BTX works but also of its deadly toxic properties.
Faculty of Health, Canterbury Christchurch University College.
Susan
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Holmes
D018726:Anti-Dyskinesia Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001905:Botulinum Toxins / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D000075202:Contraindications; D006801:Humans; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000451:nursing; D009468:Neuromuscular Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000451:nursing; D024802:Nurse's Role
D018726:Anti-Dyskinesia Agents; D001905:Botulinum Toxins