Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Case ReportsGuillain-Barre Syndrome: A Rare Complication of Organophosphate Poisoning.
Organophosphate poisoning is common following accidental or suicidal ingestion. Cases have been reported with different neurological consequences including acute cholinergic excess, intermediate syndrome (IMS), organophosphate-induced delayed neuropathy (OPIND), and organophosphate-induced chronic neuropsychiatric disorder (COPIND). ⋯ The patient was treated with plasmapheresis and recovered successfully. Key Words: Guillain-barre syndrome, Organophosphate poisoning, Plasmapheresis.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Case ReportsPneumomediastinum in an Accidental Chlorine Gas Exposed Victim.
Chlorine is an irritant gas, which is implicated in inhalational exposures and can affect the respiratory system leading to complications. We report a case of a 38-year man who presented in the Emergency Department (ED) after exposure to chlorine gas due to an industrial accident. During the course of ED stay, he developed gradual difficulty in breathing, which on investigation, was found to be related to the complication of pneumomediastinum. ⋯ Bilateral chest tube insertion was performed, which led to the resolution of the pneumothoraces. The emergency physicians should be aware of such a case so that they can intervene. Key Words: Chlorine, Emergency, Pneumomediastinum, Toxicity.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Case ReportsFishbone-induced Pericardial Hemorrhage Resulting in a Misdiagnosis of Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Fishbone intake is a common clinical event; but serious complications resulting from the ingestion of fishbones, such as perforations in the stomach, diaphragm, and pericardium and heart lacerations, are rare. Here, we present a case of fishbone-induced pericardial hemorrhage that led to a misdiagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) since the emergency coronary angiogram showed normal coronaries. However, the patient's circulatory status was not good and an echocardiogram revealed pericardial effusion. ⋯ The fishbone was removed, damaged vessels were repaired, and the pericardium was closed with a drain. The patient was discharged in good clinical condition. In order to avoid unnecessary damage and suffering, the possibility of a foreign body in the esophagus or heart must be considered when patients have chest pain, and careful reporting of histories and corresponding examinations are necessary. Key Words: Acute myocardial infarction, Fishbone, Pericardial effusion.