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VOLUME 12 , ISSUE 1 ( March, 2008 ) > List of Articles

CASE REPORT

Fatal aluminium phosphide poisoning due to myocardial depression refractory to high dose inotropic support and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation

C. Shivaprasad

Keywords : Aluminium phospide, intraaortic balloon counterpulsation, myocardial depression

Citation Information : Shivaprasad C. Fatal aluminium phosphide poisoning due to myocardial depression refractory to high dose inotropic support and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation. Indian J Crit Care Med 2008; 12 (1):37-38.

DOI: 10.4103/0972-5229.40949

License: CC BY-ND 3.0

Published Online: 01-07-2011

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2008; The Author(s).


Abstract

We report a case of aluminium phosphide poisioning that presented to us with refractory myocardial depression. This patient developed worsening circulatory failure that did not respond to inotropic or vasopressor support and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation. She went on to develop progressive metabolic acidosis, renal failure and died within 48 hours of admission to the intensive care unit.


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