Citation

Bironneau E, Garrec F, Kergueris MF, Testa A, Nicolas F. Ren. Fail. 1996; 18(2): 299-303.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1996, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.3109/08860229609052800

PMID

8723368

Abstract

We report the use of continuous venovenous hemodiafiltration (CVVHD) in a case of massive intentional ingestion of pentobarbital associated with severe coma and hypotension. Despite a poor hemodynamic state, toxic epuration (15% of drug ingested) was obtained. However, death occurred 7 hr after the end of treatment. This report suggests that CVVHD can be effective in the treatment of massive pentobarbital intoxication.

Language: en

Keywords

Acute Disease; Adult; Fatal Outcome; Hemodiafiltration; Humans; Hypnotics and Sedatives; Male; Pentobarbital; Poisoning; Suicide; Time Factors