Datura stramonium L. poisoning in a geophagous child: a case report
2011
Datura stramonium Poisoning in a Child
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Bouziri Asma, Hamdi Asma, Borgi Aida, Hadj Sarra Bel, Fitouri Zohra, Menif Khaled, Jaballah Nejla Ben
Primary Institution: Children's Hospital of Tunis, Tunisia
Conclusion
The case highlights the unusual occurrence of Datura stramonium poisoning in a young child due to geophagia.
Supporting Evidence
- Datura stramonium contains toxic alkaloids that can cause severe poisoning.
- The child exhibited symptoms of excitation, delirium, and hallucinations after ingestion.
- Gastric decontamination was performed rapidly after admission.
Takeaway
A 3.5-year-old girl accidentally ate a toxic plant and got very sick, but she got better after treatment.
Methodology
The case was treated with gastric decontamination, intravenous fluids, and diazepam.
Limitations
The report is based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 3.5-year-old girl with a history of geophagia.
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