Massive Acetaminophen Overdose Treated Successfully with N-Acetylcysteine, Fomepizole, and Hemodialysis
Acetaminophen overdose is one of the most common causes of acute hepatic failure in the developed world. There is strong evidence for N-acetylcysteine (NAC) as a safe and effective antidote for acetaminophen toxicity. However, there is less clarity in the management of massive overdoses (acute, sing...
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Main Authors: | Michael H. Chiu, Natalia Jaworska, Nicholas L. Li, Mark Yarema |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2021-01-01
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Series: | Case Reports in Critical Care |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/6695967 |
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