Toxicology in the critically ill patient.
Intoxications present in many forms including: known drug overdose or toxic exposure, illicit drug use, suicide attempt, accidental exposure, and chemical or biological terrorism. A high index of suspicion and familiarity with toxidromes can lead to early diagnosis and intervention in critically ill, poisoned patients. Despite a paucity of evidence-based information on the management of intoxicated patients, a rational and systematic approach can be life saving.
Mokhlesi
Babak
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Department of Medicine, Rush Medical College, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Laboratory, Cook County Hospital/Rush University Medical Center, 1900 West Polk Street, Chicago, IL 60612, USA. babak_mokhlesi@rush.edu
Corbridge
Thomas
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D000138:Acidosis / Q000139:chemically induced; D000662:Amphetamines / Q000506:poisoning; D002249:Carbon Monoxide Poisoning / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D016638:Critical Illness; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D007306:Insecticides / Q000506:poisoning; D008708:Methemoglobinemia / Q000139:chemically induced; D009943:Organophosphorus Compounds; D009994:Osmolar Concentration; D011041:Poisoning / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D012459:Salicylates / Q000506:poisoning
D000662:Amphetamines; D007306:Insecticides; D009943:Organophosphorus Compounds; D012459:Salicylates