| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10158797 | Wilderness & Environmental Medicine | 2018 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
We report the case of a patient who presented with respiratory failure, recurrent ventricular fibrillation, ventricular arrhythmias, and hypotension after an intentional ingestion of aconite flowers. Significant ingestion of this plant can produce life-threatening cardio- and neurotoxicity that may require evacuation from the wilderness to a medical facility capable of advanced treatment and intensive care monitoring.
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Authors
Francesco Adami, Peter MD, Giovanna MD, Paola MD, Giosuè MD, Carlo MD,