TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2020//
TI  - Ricin poisoning after oral ingestion of castor beans: a case report and literature review
JO  - African journal of emergency medicine
A1  - Benamor, Mouna
A1  - Gharbi, Emna
A1  - Bouzid, Sirine
A1  - Chakroun-Walha, Olfa
A1  - Rekik, Noureddine
SP  - 274
EP  - 276
VL  - 10
IS  - 4
N2  - INTRODUCTION: >1000 ricin poisoning cases secondary to intentional castor bean consumption have been reported in the literature since the late 1800s. The lethality of ricin poisoning after oral ingestion is determined by a few factors.     Case report: We present a case that highlights the erratic absorption of ricin after accidental oral ingestion. On admission, the physical examination found a somnolent patient, with miosis, and a generalized abdominal tenderness. Her blood tests showed metabolic acidosis. Thanks to her early management, the discharge was possible three days later.     Discussion: The toxicity of ricin is dependent on the dose delivered and the route of the exposure. Supportive care is the mainstay of treatment. As shown in our case, early management is crucial for a good outcome.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 2211-419X
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.afjem.2020.06.002
ID  - ref1
ER  -