Journal of Clinical Toxicology
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Abstract

Fatal Collective Intoxication with Glue Thistle (Atractylis gummifera) about 2 Cases

El Khadi Abdelhak*, Y Motiaa, H Sbai and S Labib

Atractylis gummifera intoxication is a serious and often fatal intoxication if not treated early and effectively. It constitutes a real problem of Public health especially for the child population. We report the case of a collective intoxication following the accidental ingestion of Atractylis gummifera root by two children aged 5 and 10 years old. In order to take stock of this intoxication whose diagnosis is clinical, the treatment is symptomatic and prevention is paramount.

Published Date: 2021-06-28; Received Date: 2021-06-07