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ORGANOPHOSPHATE POISONING
Internal Medicine
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Organophosphates (OP) are neurotoxins that inhibit cholinesterase, leading to severe cholinergic toxicity. They are commonly found in pesticides and can cause poisoning through various routes such as ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption. The document highlights the significant public health issue posed by organophosphate poisoning, particularly in Uganda, where it contributes to a high percentage of chemical poisoning cases. It also discusses the clinical manifestations and management of such poisoning.
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