Abstract
A case of fatal taxine poisoning from the ingestion of yew leaves by a young college man is reported. The toxicity of the plant is discussed, and the limited medical literature is reviewed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Alkaloids / analysis
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Alkaloids / poisoning*
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Cannabinoids / urine
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Chromatography, Gas
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Gastrointestinal Contents / chemistry
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Humans
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Male
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Marijuana Abuse
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Plant Extracts / analysis
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Plant Poisoning*
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Plants, Toxic*
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Suicide*
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Taxoids*
Substances
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Alkaloids
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Cannabinoids
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Plant Extracts
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Taxoids
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taxine