Predictors of Death and Prolonged Renal Insufficiency in Ethylene Glycol Poisoning

Conclusion:
Compared to survivors with an uncomplicated recovery, patients poisoned with ethylene glycol who died or had prolonged RI were more likely to exhibit clinical signs such as coma, seizures, and acidosis. Antidote administration within 6 hours is associated with better outcomes, unlike earlier time to dialysis.

Source: Journal of Intensive Care Medicine - June 4, 2015 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Lung, D. D., Kearney, T. E., Brasiel, J. A., Olson, K. R. Tags: Review of a Large Clinical Series Source Type: research