The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
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Vet. Clin. North Am. Small Anim. Pract. · Mar 1990
ReviewToxicology of selected pesticides, drugs, and chemicals. Boric acid.
With the advent of boric acid insecticides, accidental ingestion of the compound can be encountered in animals. Toxic levels of boric acid most commonly cause vomiting, depression, and, occasionally, diarrhea. ⋯ If a sufficiently high level is ingested, seizures, renal tubular nephrosis, and, rarely, hepatotoxicity may be noted. Gastrointestinal evaluation and supportive care are usually of primary therapeutic importance, although in severe cases, exchange transfusion and/or peritoneal dialysis may be required to decrease blood boron concentrations.
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Vet. Clin. North Am. Small Anim. Pract. · Mar 1990
ReviewToxicology of selected pesticides, drugs, and chemicals. Smoke inhalation.
Animals with smoke inhalation should be given a thorough diagnostic evaluation. Optimal care relies on the information derived, as well as judicious choice of therapeutic measures. Careful attention to such animals by the veterinarian and allied staff is important to minimize suffering and to enhance not only the likelihood of survival, but also the extent of recovery.
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Vet. Clin. North Am. Small Anim. Pract. · Mar 1990
ReviewToxicology of selected pesticides, drugs, and chemicals. Anticoagulant, cholecalciferol, and bromethalin-based rodenticides.
The control of rodent pests is a continuing goal of mankind. To this end, a multitude of rodenticides have been produced, each designed to kill rodents by exerting their toxic effects on various body systems. ⋯ Veterinarians must attempt to identify the specific rodenticide involved in poisoning cases. Therapeutic success in these poisonings is often more dependent upon symptomatic and supportive care rather than the use of antidotal therapy.