Kalra, G SAnand, I SJit, IBushnurmath, BWahi, P L1991-05-012009-05-271991-05-012009-05-271991-05-01Kalra GS, Anand IS, Jit I, Bushnurmath B, Wahi PL. Aluminium phosphide poisoning: haemodynamic observations. Indian Heart Journal. 1991 May-Jun; 43(3): 175-8http://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/3498Haemodynamic measurements were made on 25 patients with aluminium phosphide poisoning. There was severe hypotension (mean arterial pressure 62.7 +/- 19.3 mmHg) and reduction in cardiac output (2.13 +/- 0.9 lit/min/m2). However, the systemic vascular resistance was only moderately elevated (2050 +/- 732 dynes/m2). The right atrial pressure was increased but the pulmonary artery and pulmonary capillary wedge pressures were normal, even in patients with pulmonary oedema. Thirteen patients (52%) who died had a lower cardiac output (p less than 0.05). Saline infusion significantly improved haemodynamics in some patients. Its judicious use early in the course of treatment may be beneficial.engAdolescentAdultAluminum CompoundsCardiac Output --drug effectsFemaleHemodynamics --drug effectsHumansHypotension --chemically inducedMalePhosphines --poisoningPoisoning --physiopathologyPulmonary Edema --chemically inducedJournal Article