Brain damage caused by chlorfenapyr poisoning: a case report and literature review
Abstract:Introduction: Chlorfenapyr poisoning is uncommon, but fatal, and is often ignored. Chlorfenapyr inhibits ATP production in the mitochondrial of lipid-rich organs such as the brain. The initial symptoms of chlorfenapyr poisoning are not serious and are usually ignored; fever and unconsciousness are the main signs. Patients often die of brain damage, and survivors often present toxic leukoencephalopathy.
Case report: We report a case of a 15-year-old female who swallowed 10 mL of 10%chlorfenapyr, and was subjec… Show more
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