Delayed neurological sequelae of carbon monoxide poisoning

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a common presentation in cold countries and usually occurs in the setting of use of improperly vented fuel devices and fireplaces. It is a rare occurrence in a tropical country like India but should always be considered when a comatose patient is found in a confined area...

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Published inIndian journal of medical specialities Vol. 6; no. 2; pp. 63 - 66
Main Authors Krishnamoorthy, Adhiti, Atif Shaikh, I.A., Mitra, Shubhanker, Jasper, Anitha, Abhilash, Kundavaram P.P.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Elsevier B.V 01.04.2015
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Basal ganglia diseases
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Cerebellum
Cerebral cortex
Pyramidal tracts
Cerebellum
Basal ganglia diseases
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Cerebral cortex
Pyramidal tracts
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Summary:Carbon monoxide poisoning is a common presentation in cold countries and usually occurs in the setting of use of improperly vented fuel devices and fireplaces. It is a rare occurrence in a tropical country like India but should always be considered when a comatose patient is found in a confined area with poor ventilation. Patients who recover the effects of acute toxicity may develop delayed neurological sequelae in the form of a broad spectrum of neurological deficits, cognitive impairments and affective disorders. Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain typically shows involvement of the basal ganglia and cortical white matter.
ISSN:0976-2884
0976-2892
DOI:10.1016/j.injms.2015.05.001