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Central nervous system toxicity.
Emerg Med Clin North Am. 2014 Feb;32(1):205-21
Authors: Ruha AM, Levine M
Abstract
Central nervous system toxicity caused by xenobiotic exposure is a common reason for presentation to the emergency department. Sources of exposure may be medicinal, recreational, environmental, or occupational; the means of exposure may be intentional or unintended. Toxicity may manifest as altered thought content resulting in psychosis or confusion; may affect arousal, resulting in lethargy, stupor, or coma; or may affect both elements of consciousness. Seizures may also occur.
PMID: 24275175 [PubMed - in process]