Citation

Burrows K, Williams JA. Paediatr. Child Health (1996) 2019; 24(5): 299-300.

Affiliation

Department of Pediatrics, Kelowna General Hospital, Kelowna, British Columbia.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Canadian Paediatric Society, Publisher Pulsus Group)

DOI

10.1093/pch/pxz015

PMID

31379428

PMCID

PMC6656951

Abstract

A 16-month-old previously healthy child with normal development presented with decreased level of consciousness, apneas, and seizure requiring intubation and treatment for status epilepticus. Investigations revealed no evidence of infection or trauma, normal head CT scan, and urine positive for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and negative for other substances. This report outlines the clinical presentation, approach to treatment, and potential seriousness of THC intoxication in young children. Mandatory reporting and monitoring of THC intoxication in children is recommended. The need for effective education of parents about the risks of unintentional THC poisoning and measures to safeguard young children is discussed.

Language: en

Keywords

Apnea; Decreased level of consciousness; Seizure; THC intoxication