Plant poisonings in Australia: a retrospective series of calls to the Queensland Poisons Information Centre

Islam, Tamim; Knoeckel, Robert; Wylie, Carol; Isoardi, Katherine Z

doi:10.1080/15563650.2022.2133727

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“…10 Euphorbiaceae are one of the more common species involved in plant poisonings reported to the Qld PIC and ocular exposure to the sap of Euphorbiaceae is the main reason medical referral is advised following plant exposure. 11 One of the more common plants in the Euphorbiaceae family is the naked lady or firestick plant (Euphorbia tirucalli; Figure 2). 12 Eye exposure to this plant can occur when pruning or removing the plant.…”

Section: Exposure To Euphorbiaceae Plantsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Common calls to a poisons information centre by general practitioners

Goggin,

Dean,

Rule

et al. 2023

Aust J Gen Pract

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BackgroundPoisoning in the community is common and can occasionally result in serious outcomes, such as organ damage and death. Many cases of poisoning can be successfully managed in the primary care setting. ObjectiveThis article describes common calls the Queensland Poisons Information Centre (Qld PIC) receives from general practices and provides information on the management of poisoning in the community. DiscussionCommon calls to the Qld PIC from general practice include calls about exposure to paracetamol and household cleaning products, with ocular exposure to toxins common. Most cases of poisoning can be managed supportively. Decontamination, observation or antidote therapy may be required in some cases. Ocular exposure to poisons requires irrigation, examination and, occasionally, referral for specialist ophthalmological assessment. The PIC can help general practitioners (GPs) with risk assessment and management advice to ensure the best outcomes for their patients. GPs can contact the PIC on 13 11 26.

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Section: Exposure To Euphorbiaceae Plantsmentioning

confidence: 99%