Toxidrome
Toxidrome
Toxidrome (pronounced: /ˈtɒksɪdroʊm/) is a term used in toxicology to describe a syndrome caused by a dangerous level of toxins in the body. The term is derived from the Greek words "toxis" meaning poison and "drome" meaning running.
Definition
A toxidrome is a collection of symptoms that is specific to a certain class of toxins. It is used in the field of emergency medicine and toxicology to help identify the substance that has been ingested or exposed to, based on the symptoms presented.
Types of Toxidromes
There are several types of toxidromes, each associated with a different class of toxins. These include:
- Anticholinergic Toxidrome
- Cholinergic Toxidrome
- Opioid Toxidrome
- Sympathomimetic Toxidrome
- Sedative Hypnotic Toxidrome
Symptoms
The symptoms of a toxidrome can vary greatly depending on the type of toxin involved. However, common symptoms across all toxidromes can include changes in mental status, respiratory distress, and cardiovascular instability.
Treatment
Treatment of a toxidrome involves removing the source of the toxin, if possible, and providing supportive care. In some cases, specific antidotes may be available.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Toxidrome
- Wikipedia's article - Toxidrome
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