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      Carbon monoxide poisoning.

      The Medical clinics of North America
      Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, diagnosis, therapy, Decision Support Techniques, Decision Trees, Emergency Treatment, Humans, Oxygen Inhalation Therapy

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          CO is an ubiquitous poison with many sources of exposure. CO poisoning produces diverse signs and symptoms that are often subtle and may be easily misdiagnosed. Failure to diagnose CO poisoning may result insignificant morbidity and mortality and permit continued exposure to a dangerous environment. Treatment of CO poisoning begins with inhalation of supplemental oxygen and aggressive supportive care. HBOT accelerates dissociation of CO from hemoglobin and may also prevent DNS. Absolute indications forHBOT for CO poisoning remain controversial, although most authors would agree that HBOT is indicated in patients who are comatose or neurologically abnormal, have a history of LOC with their exposure, or have cardiac dysfunction. Pregnancy with an elevated CO-Hgb level(>15%-20%) is also widely, considered an indication for treatment.HBOT may be considered in patients who have persistent symptoms despite NBO, metabolic acidosis, abnormalities on neuropsychometric testing, or significantly elevated levels. The ideal regimen of oxygen therapy has yet to be determined, and significant controversy exists regarding HBOTtreatment protocols. Often the local medical toxicologist, poison control center, or hyperbaric unit may assist the treating physician with decisions regarding therapy.

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          16227059
          10.1016/j.mcna.2005.06.007

          Chemistry
          Carbon Monoxide Poisoning,diagnosis,therapy,Decision Support Techniques,Decision Trees,Emergency Treatment,Humans,Oxygen Inhalation Therapy

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