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Palytoxin Poisoning Via Inhalation In Pediatric Siblings, Martha M. Rumore, Blaine M. Houst
Palytoxin Poisoning Via Inhalation In Pediatric Siblings, Martha M. Rumore, Blaine M. Houst
Touro College of Pharmacy (New York) Publications and Research
Introduction: Several cases of palytoxin poisoning have occurred during cleaning of aquariums.
Case Report: We report a case of palytoxin inhalational toxicity in pediatric siblings following secondary exposure to vapors from cleaning of an aquarium containing Zoanthids. Symptoms included fever, tachycardia, leukocytosis and elevated lactic dehydrogenase. Both patients received supportive treatment in the pediatric intensive care unit and were discharged after 48 hours. Symptoms also occurred in children’s parents including cleaning attendant.
Conclusion: Herein, we present a rare case of inhalational toxicity from palytoxin.