Intermediate syndrome in organophosphorous poisoning.
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2005-01
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One hundred and fifty three cases of Organophosphorous poisoning cases presented to Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, India during a 2 year period ( 2001- 2002), out of which 45 cases (29.4%) had features of Intermediate Syndrome. Largest number of victims were in the age group of 21-30 years (37.7%). Males predominated (71.1%). Methyl Parathion was the commonest compound (57.7%). Respiratory muscle weakness was the most common manifestation seen (84.4%). Mortality was 22.3%.
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Insecticide, Intermediate Syndrome, Organophosphorous, Poisoning
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Palimar Vikram, Arun M, Mohan Kumar TS, Saralaya KM. Intermediate syndrome in organophosphorous poisoning. Journal of Indian Academy of Forensic Medicine. 2005 Jan; 27(1): 28-30.