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Transplacentally acquired organophosphorus poisoning in a newborn: case report.

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Abstract
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A term neonate was born to a mother who had consumed an organophosphorus compound with suicidal intent 50 hours before delivery. At birth, the infant showed signs and symptoms of organophosphorus poisoning and was treated with atropine and pralidoxime to which she responded well. Unfortunately, the mother died despite appropriate treatment. This is only the second report documenting transplacental organophosphate poisoning.

Year of Publication
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0
Journal
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Annals of tropical paediatrics
Volume
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30
Issue
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2
Number of Pages
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137-9
Date Published
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2010
ISSN Number
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0272-4936
DOI
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10.1179/146532810X12703902516202
Short Title
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Ann Trop Paediatr
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