A case of poisoning caused by oral and inhalation of high concentration glutaraldehyde.
10.3760/cma.j.cn121094-20210723-00370
- Author:
Wen Wen SHEN
1
;
Qin LIU
1
;
Shang Hua CHEN
1
Author Information
1. Department of Critical Care Medicine, Wuhu Hospital Affiliated to East China Normal University, Wuhu 241000, China.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Chemical pneumonia;
Glutaral;
Poisoning
- MeSH:
Administration, Inhalation;
Aldehydes;
Glutaral;
Humans;
Respiratory System
- From:
Chinese Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Diseases
2022;40(8):623-625
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Glutaraldehyde is a kind of volatile and irritating aldehyde organic compound, which belongs to high-efficiency disinfectant. It has a strong stimulating effect on the mucous membranes of the eyes, respiratory tract and digestive tract, and skin causing denaturation, liquefaction and necrosis of mucous membrane proteins. This article analyzes the treatment process of a patient with high-concentration glutaraldehyde poisoning by oral and inhalation, and discusses the clinical manifestations and prognosis of high-concentration glutaraldehyde poisoning, so as to provide a basis for clinical treatment.
