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Human & Experimental Toxicology Apr 2001The Araceae family of plants is the major cause of symptomatic plant ingestions in some developed countries (Dieffenbachia and Philodendron) and in Zimbabwe (Elephant's...
The Araceae family of plants is the major cause of symptomatic plant ingestions in some developed countries (Dieffenbachia and Philodendron) and in Zimbabwe (Elephant's Ear), especially in children. A retrospective case series was carried out to evaluate the management of poisoning due to Elephant's Ear at the largest referral hospital in Zimbabwe for the period January 1995-December 1999. The study revealed inappropriate use of antibiotics, atropine, and antihistamines in the treatment of Elephant's Ear poisoning. This article also reviews the management of poisoning due to the Araceae family of plants as exemplified by Elephant's Ear. There is a need to educate health care workers on the clinical management of Elephant's Ear poisoning especially in developing countries where there are limited resources.
Topics: Adolescent; Child, Preschool; Developing Countries; Education; Female; Humans; Infant; Male; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Toxic; Retrospective Studies; Zimbabwe
PubMed: 11393271
DOI: 10.1191/096032701678766822 -
Berliner Und Munchener Tierarztliche... 2001It is reported of botanical intoxications in 1379 ruminants (dairy cattle, beef cattle and ewes) in north-eastern Germany. The intoxications of these animals were caused...
It is reported of botanical intoxications in 1379 ruminants (dairy cattle, beef cattle and ewes) in north-eastern Germany. The intoxications of these animals were caused by consumption of the following plants: meadow saffron (Colchicum autumnale L.), cowbane (Cicuta virosa L.), sweet clover (Melilotus alba MED.), sheep's sorrel (Rumex acetosella L.), bracken (Pteridium aquilinum KUHN) and St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum L.). In all the five described cases animals died as a result of plant intoxications. The authors come to the conclusion that periodical inspections of the meadows are necessary, checking the plants in cooperation with veterinary surgeons.
Topics: Animals; Cattle; Cattle Diseases; Germany; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Toxic; Sheep; Sheep Diseases
PubMed: 11413718
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The Canadian Veterinary Journal = La... Nov 1996
Topics: Animals; Female; Horse Diseases; Horses; Male; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Toxic
PubMed: 8939338
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The Veterinary Record Apr 1991
Topics: Animals; Female; Plant Poisoning; Sheep; Sheep Diseases
PubMed: 2063542
DOI: 10.1136/vr.128.15.363 -
The Canadian Veterinary Journal = La... Jul 1995
Topics: Animals; Female; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Toxic; Sheep; Sheep Diseases
PubMed: 7585426
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Australian Veterinary Journal Aug 1972
Topics: Animals; Brain; Cattle; Cattle Diseases; Female; Liver; Plant Poisoning
PubMed: 4640758
DOI: 10.1111/j.1751-0813.1972.tb02302.x -
Clinical Toxicology 1978Hemlock water dropwort (Oenanthe crocata) is probably the most poisonous plant in the British Isles. The roots are the most toxic part of the plant and have been eaten...
Hemlock water dropwort (Oenanthe crocata) is probably the most poisonous plant in the British Isles. The roots are the most toxic part of the plant and have been eaten in mistake for the roots of several other plant species with often fatal results. A recent nonfatal case of poisoning is reported and previous cases reviewed. Present evidence suggests that barbiturates, particularly short-acting agents are life saving and are the drugs of choice in the treatment of the convulsions.
Topics: Adult; Barbiturates; Humans; Male; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Toxic; United Kingdom
PubMed: 657757
DOI: 10.3109/15563657809150012 -
Journal of Toxicology. Clinical... Jul 1984Poisoning by plants has different traits in each country, according to geographical, botanical and also socio-cultural characteristics. The incidence of "plant calls" to...
Poisoning by plants has different traits in each country, according to geographical, botanical and also socio-cultural characteristics. The incidence of "plant calls" to the Poison Control Center in Uruguay is not very high, but it is due usually to symptomatic cases affecting children. Plant poisoning in adults is less frequent, being due to home-made medicine, and, in women, to the popular belief in the abortive quality of some plants. Suicide attempts are rare. The different species that cause consultations, and the clinical characteristics are briefly analyzed, as well as the problems that a Poison Control Center usually has to face in poisoning by plants.
Topics: Adult; Aged; Child, Preschool; Female; Humans; Infant; Male; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Toxic; Poison Control Centers; Uruguay
PubMed: 6492231
DOI: 10.3109/00099308409035085 -
Emergency Medicine Clinics of North... Aug 1984This article focuses on some of the more common dangerous plant and mushroom ingestions, discussing toxic components, early symptoms, and treatment. Among the plants...
This article focuses on some of the more common dangerous plant and mushroom ingestions, discussing toxic components, early symptoms, and treatment. Among the plants considered are oleander, foxglove, hemlock, dieffenbachia, and Amanita phalloides. Details concerning recognition of toxic species are intentionally omitted in an effort to avoid potentially dangerous errors in identification.
Topics: Ricinus communis; Coprinus; Digitalis; Emergencies; Emetics; Gastric Lavage; Humans; Mushroom Poisoning; Plant Poisoning; Plants, Medicinal; Plants, Toxic
PubMed: 6543527
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The Veterinary Clinics of North... May 2008Reptiles are increasingly being kept as pets in American households. The basic principles of emergency medicine are the same for all species, but reptilian species... (Review)
Review
Reptiles are increasingly being kept as pets in American households. The basic principles of emergency medicine are the same for all species, but reptilian species present special diagnostic challenges to veterinary clinicians when they become ill. Reptiles in captivity can become accidentally poisoned in a variety of ways. Veterinarians treating small animal emergencies must make an effort to familiarize themselves with the large body of literature and resources that are developing regarding both nontraditional exotic companion species and advances in toxicology.
Topics: Animals; Animals, Domestic; Diagnosis, Differential; Medical History Taking; Plant Poisoning; Poisoning; Reptiles; Species Specificity; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 18406391
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvex.2008.01.004