Citation

Fernando R, Fernando DN. Vet. Hum. Toxico. 1990; 32(6): 579-581.

Affiliation

Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990, American College of Veterinary Toxicologists)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2264272

Abstract

A retrospective hospital-based study in Sri Lanka showed that out of 4556 cases of poisoning, 2.5% were caused by plants and mushrooms. Gloriosa superba (44%), and Ricinus communis (24%) were the commonest plants responsible for poisoning; 39% of the victims were less than 15 y old. Gastric lavage and iv fluids were the most common therapeutic measures used. There were 8 deaths, all due to G superba. There is a need for public education to prevent poisoning, which is a major health concern.

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