Encephalopathy in an Elderly Patient Following Oral Ingestion of Topical Methyl Salicylate
Background: Methyl salicylate overdose is usually caused by frequent topical applications or accidental ingestion, especially in children. Case Report: A 77yearold woman was admitted with an altered mental status, mild fever, and tachypnea. Initial laboratory analysis showed metabolic acidosis with...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The Korean Neurocritical Care Society
2016-06-01
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| Series: | Journal of Neurocritical Care |
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| Online Access: | http://www.e-jnc.org/upload/pdf/jnc-9-1-50.pdf |