Irish journal of medical science
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Wound botulism occurs as a consequence of inoculation of Clostridium botulinum spores into a wound. ⋯ Physicians should be aware of the association of botulism in injecting drug users, particularly in Ireland.
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Poisoning is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children and adolescents. Pharmaceutical and household products are responsible for the majority of cases. ⋯ Few unintentional ingestions in the paediatric group result in serious toxicity. Mortality is rare. There is increasing intentional poisoning and alcohol abuse in adolescents. Poison prevention should be part of all well child visits. Agencies catering for children should carry educational leaflets for parents on how to 'poison proof' a child's environment, as the majority of incidents occur at home.
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Multicenter Study
Primary care anticoagulant management using near patient testing.
Indications for anticoagulant treatment are increasing and new approaches to anticoagulant services require a shift from hospital to primary care. ⋯ This study confirmed the validity of anticoagulant management using the CoaguCheck monitor in primary care.
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In anticipation of vaccine development this study sought to determine the incidence, disease burden and associated financial burden of rotavirus (RV) infection, in hospitalised children. ⋯ CA RV infection accounted for 1% of all admissions during the study period at a minimum cost of Euro728.40 per case. A safe and effective vaccine could reduce morbidity and advantage children by allowing redeployment of healthcare resources to other critical areas.