Acute ingestion of copper sulphate: A review on its clinical manifestations and management

Kavitha Saravu; Jimmy Jose; Mahadeva Bhat; Beena Jimmy; B. Shastry

Acute ingestion of copper sulphate: A review on its clinical manifestations and management

Kavitha Saravu, Jimmy Jose, Mahadeva Bhat, Beena Jimmy, B. Shastry

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Abstract

Ingestion of copper sulphate is an uncommon mode of poisoning in the Indian subcontinent. Cases are mainly suicidal in nature. The clinical course of the copper sulphate intoxicated patient is often complex involving intravascular hemolysis, jaundice and renal failure. The treatment is mainly supportive. In severe cases methemoglobinemia needs treatment. Mortality is quite high in severe cases. A comprehensive review of the clinical presentation and management of copper sulphate poisoning is done.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	74-80
Number of pages	7
Journal	Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine
Volume	11
Issue number	2
Publication status	Published - 01-04-2007

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