@article{ref1,
title="Organophosphate poisoning in a young child: a case report",
journal="Oxford medical case reports",
year="2021",
author="Sharma, Namita and Nin-Gonzalez, Rosa",
volume="2021",
number="2",
pages="omaa137-omaa137",
abstract="Unintentional ingestions are a common form of poisoning in children worldwide. Organophosphates are commonly used in households worldwide and are a common cause of childhood poisonings. This case report describes an unintentional ingestion of a child in East Africa. A thorough patient history and a high index of suspicion are needed in recognizing an organophosphate poisoning. Prompt patient stabilization and treatment improve outcomes. Neurologic sequela may occur and thus patient follow-up is recommended.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="2053-8855",
doi="10.1093/omcr/omaa137",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/omcr/omaa137"
}