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EO Omatighene
Dermatology and Venereology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria
KB Obasi
Dermatology and Venereology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria.
JO Ohaju-Obodo
Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria
NO Egworaha
Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria
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Severe Paraquat Poisoning In A Pregnant Teenage Female: A Case Report
Vol 10 No 2 (2024): Volume 10 Number 2
Submitted: Sep 7, 2024
Published: Sep 7, 2024
Abstract
Background:
Paraquat (PQ), a highly toxic herbicide, is used extensively in agriculture and poses significant risks of poisoning, particularly through ingestion. Although organophosphate poisoning is more common in Nigeria, paraquat poisoning, often associated with high mortality, remains a serious concern.
Materials and Methods:
This report presents a case of an 18-year-old pregnant female who ingested paraquat in a suicide attempt, leading to fatal respiratory failure. The patient initially presented with mild symptoms but developed severe respiratory distress and multi-organ failure five days post-ingestion.
Results:
Despite early medical intervention and intensive care, her condition deteriorated rapidly, resulting in death.
Conclusion:
The report highlights the severe systemic toxicity of paraquat, the importance of early and sustained medical intervention (as the clinical course is often protracted), and calls for heightened public and healthcare provider awareness regarding its management and prevention.
Keywords: Paraquat, Poisoning, Suicide