Cyanide Poisoning after Consuming a Large Amount of Gingko Nuts.
- Author:
Soo Hyeong CHO
1
;
Meung Ryong KIM
;
Seong Jung KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Emergency Medicine, College of Medicine, Chosun University, Gwangju, Korea. chosooh@hanmail.net
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Cyanides;
Gingko nut;
poisoning
- MeSH:
Asthma;
Central Nervous System;
Cyanides;
Dizziness;
Ginkgo biloba*;
Liver;
Nuts*;
Poisoning*;
Seizures;
Skin;
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders;
Vomiting
- From:Journal of the Korean Society of Emergency Medicine
2003;14(4):458-461
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Traditionally, the gingko nut is used for enhancing liver function, skin immunity, pulmonary function, and antitussive action in chronic asthma. However, when overused, it can induce central nervous system dysfunction, and the following symptoms can manifest themselves: vomiting, dizziness, convulsion, insomnia, and confusion. We experienced a case of suspected cyanide intoxication that was manifested by convulsion and metabolic dysfunction after consuming a large number of ginko nuts. We report that case, together with a review of the literature.
