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Pesticide Poisoning: A Case Report

Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) (Vol.11, No. 7)

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Page : 158-158

Keywords : Aluminium phosphide; poisoning; childhood;

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Abstract

Aluminium phosphide (AlP) is a cheap solid fumigant and a highly toxic pesticide which is commonly used for grain preservation. AlP has currently aroused interest with a rising number of cases in the past four decades due to increased use for agricultural and non-agricultural purposes. Its easy availability in the markets has increased also its misuse for committing suicide. Phosphine inhibits cellular oxygen utilization and can induce lipid peroxidation. Poisoning with AlP has often occurred in attempts to commit suicide, and that more often in adults than in teenagers. This is a case of suicidal consumption of aluminium phosphide by a 13-year-old female.

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