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. 2011 Dec 19;6(1):34.
doi: 10.1186/1745-6673-6-34.

Complications and management of acute copper sulphate poisoning; a case discussion

Champika Ssk Gamakaranage  1 , Chaturaka Rodrigo, Sajitha Weerasinghe, Ariaranee Gnanathasan, Visvalingam Puvanaraj, Harshani Fernando
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Complications and management of acute copper sulphate poisoning; a case discussion

Champika Ssk Gamakaranage et al. J Occup Med Toxicol. .

Abstract

Copper sulphate ingestion (accidental or deliberate) is a rare form of poisoning usually limited to the Indian subcontinent. Though the rates are on the decline, it is essential that physicians are aware of its lethal complications and management strategies. The main complications of copper sulphate ingestion include intravascular haemolysis, methaemoglobinaemia, acute kidney injury and rhabdomyolysis. The lethal dose can be as small as 10 grams. We have explored the complications of acute copper sulphate poisoning with examples from two case presentations. We also recommend measures for prevention of such events.

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