Foodborne Botulism: Neglected Diagnosis

Botulism is rare neuroparalytic disease caused by botulinum toxin, one of the most toxic substances known. Foodborne botulism is caused by consumption of foods contaminated with botulinum toxin. The clinical manifestations are flaccid, symmetrical, descending paralysis affecting cranial and peripher...

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Main Authors: Nuno Zarcos Palma, Mariana da Cruz, Vítor Fagundes, Lindora Pires
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMC MEDIA SRL 2019-05-01
Series:European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.ejcrim.com/index.php/EJCRIM/article/view/1122