Amatoxin: A Review. (3rd September 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Allen, Brandon; Desai, Bobby; Lisenbee, Nate
• Other Names: Eisenburger P. Academic Editor.; Karcioglu O. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: ISRN emergency medicine. Volume 2012(2012)
• Publication Date: 2012-09-03
• Subjects: Emergency medical services -- Periodicals; Emergency medicine -- Periodicals; Emergency Medicine; Emergency medical services; Emergency medicine; Electronic journals; Periodical; Periodicals; 616.025
• DOI: 10.5402/2012/190869
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-5629

Abstract

Abstract : This paper presents a comprehensive review of amatoxin poisoning. The paper discusses the biochemistry of amatoxin, as well as the clinical manifestations of amatoxin ingestion. In addition, the evaluation of the patient with amatoxin ingestion is discussed, along with the treatment—including newer therapy—and the ultimate prognosis of the syndrome.