THE GREAT LACTATE MASQUERADER: ETHYLENE GLYCOL POISONING
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chest.2019.08.2021
Abstract: Both CXR and CT scan of the head were normal. A normal CT scan of the abdomen ruled out the possible lactate elevation caused by mesenteric ischemia. Further laboratory workup showed an elevated creatinine, anion… read more here.
Keywords: masquerader ethylene; glycol poisoning; ethylene glycol; lactate masquerader ... See more keywords
Changes in ionized calcium in ethylene glycol poisoning
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DOI: 10.1080/08998280.2022.2062550
Abstract: Abstract Ethylene glycol is a sweet-tasting toxic alcohol contained in a variety of chemical preparations. In patients poisoned with ethylene glycol, diagnosis is often based upon clinical suspicion and nonspecific tests. Hypocalcemia is often present… read more here.
Keywords: calcium concentration; ionized calcium; ethylene glycol; glycol poisoning ... See more keywords
Ethylene Glycol Poisoning Should Not Contraindicate Liver Donation
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DOI: 10.1097/txd.0000000000000729
Abstract: Abstract As the number of patients waiting to receive transplants increases, there is a need to explore all possible donation opportunities. In this case report, we describe the transplantation of a liver from a donor… read more here.
Keywords: glycol poisoning; ethylene; donation; ethylene glycol ... See more keywords
Two gaps too many, three clues too few? Do elevated osmolal and anion gaps with crystalluria always mean ethylene glycol poisoning?
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2017-221739
Abstract: A 60-year-old African-American man with a medical history significant for heavy alcohol abuse, hypertension, delirium tremens, nephrolithiasis and seizure disorder was brought to the hospital with altered mental status. He was found to have high… read more here.
Keywords: anion; glycol poisoning; ethylene glycol; two gaps ... See more keywords
Educational Case: Ethylene Glycol Poisoning
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DOI: 10.1177/2374289519900330
Abstract: The following fictional case is intended as a learning tool within the Pathology Competencies for Medical Education (PCME), a set of national standards for teaching pathology. These are divided into three basic competencies: Disease Mechanisms… read more here.
Keywords: educational case; glycol poisoning; case; pathology ... See more keywords