Accidental Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

In this case report of an accidental automobile carbon monoxide poisoning, we identify the following risk factors: freezing temperature, young passenger age, location in the rear of the auto, smaller patient mass, and auto disrepair. The pathogenesis of carbon monoxide poisoning is reviewed. Emergen...

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Published in:Clinical pediatrics 1984-12, Vol.23 (12), p.694-695
Main Authors: Zeller, W. Patrick, Miele, Angelo, Suarez, Carlos, Hannigan, Jerome, Hurley, R. Morrison
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accident Prevention
Accidents
Age Factors
Biological and medical sciences
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - etiology
Chemical and industrial products toxicology. Toxic occupational diseases
Child, Preschool
Gas, fumes
Humans
Hyperbaric Oxygenation
Male
Medical sciences
Toxicology
Vehicle Emissions - adverse effects
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Summary:In this case report of an accidental automobile carbon monoxide poisoning, we identify the following risk factors: freezing temperature, young passenger age, location in the rear of the auto, smaller patient mass, and auto disrepair. The pathogenesis of carbon monoxide poisoning is reviewed. Emergency treatment and suggested criteria for hyperbaric oxygen use in pediatric patients are discussed.
ISSN:0009-9228
1938-2707
DOI:10.1177/000992288402301210