Abstract
Acute ergotamine intoxication in a 29-year-old man was complicated by peripheral ischemia, pancreatitis, and hepatitis. The patient was treated with sodium nitroprusside infusion. Complications and treatment of ergotamine poisoning are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury / etiology*
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Ergotamine
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Ergotamines / poisoning*
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Humans
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Ischemia / chemically induced
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Liver / blood supply
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Male
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Pancreas / blood supply
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Pancreatitis / chemically induced*
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Suicide, Attempted