Research article summary (published 30 Aug 1978):

Neuromuscular synapse testing in two cases of suicidal organophosphorous pesticide poisoning.

Full Abstract

Electromyographic neuromuscular testing was performed for two patients with a very low blood cholinesterase activity due to suicidal poisoning with organophosphorous pesticides. Electromyographic results did not differ significantly from those obtained in healthy nonexposed adults. Neuromuscular synapse functioning was normal, as was determined by electromyography. Neurological signs and symptoms are described in detail.

Author information

Author/s: Jusic, A (A); Milic, S (S);

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Case Reports; Journal Article

Journal: Archives of environmental health (Arch Environ Health), published in UNITED STATES. (Language: eng)

Reference: -1978 Sep-Oct; vol 33 (issue 5) : pp 240-3

Dates: Created 1978/12/27; Completed 1978/12/27; Revised 2004/11/17;

PMID: 568457, status: MEDLINE (last retrieved date: 2/18/2009)

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Adolescent Aged Electromyography Female Humans

Humans Insecticides - poisoning Malathion - poisoning Poisoning - physiopathology Synapses - physiopathology

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Associated Chemicals: Insecticides (0) ; Malathion (121-75-5)

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