Lead encephalopathy in an adult opioid abuser
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-240977
Abstract: A 38-year-old man presented at the emergency department with abdominal pain, vomiting, generalised weakness and altered consciousness. He had been ingesting opioids for over 5 years and had several past hospital admissions for abdominal pain. His… read more here.
Keywords: opioid abuser; adult opioid; encephalopathy adult; lead encephalopathy ... See more keywords
Lead Encephalopathy with Distinctive Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings
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DOI: 10.4103/0028-3886.329588
Abstract: Lead poisoning is a multisystem disorder, more commonly affecting children. Occupational exposure, traditional medicines, and contaminated alcohol have been associated with lead encephalopathy in adults. Herein, we report a patient of lead toxicity presenting to… read more here.
Keywords: encephalopathy distinctive; imaging findings; lead encephalopathy; distinctive brain ... See more keywords
Acute Lead Encephalopathy Secondary to Ayurvedic Medication Use: Two Cases with Review of Literature
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DOI: 10.4103/0028-3886.329591
Abstract: Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient and traditional system of health care. It is safe but inadvert and unsupervised use can lead to serious health complications. Lead is a common constituent of these medicines. Here authors… read more here.
Keywords: encephalopathy secondary; acute lead; lead encephalopathy; two cases ... See more keywords