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Review
. 1989 Jan;7(1):41-3.
doi: 10.1016/0735-6757(89)90083-1.

Camphor ingestion

D E Gibson  1 , G P Moore, J A Pfaff
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Review

Camphor ingestion

D E Gibson et al. Am J Emerg Med. 1989 Jan.

Abstract

Camphor ingestion is a toxic ingestion that is seen infrequently in the emergency department. It is remarkable for its rapidity of action and toxicity. A case of camphor ingestion that displayed toxic effects is presented. The pharmacology, manifestations, and management of this readily available substance are discussed.

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