Clinical nuances of pediatric methadone intoxication
Brooks, D.E.; Roberge, R.J.; Spear, A.
Veterinary and Human Toxicology 41(6): 388-390
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 0145-6296 PMID: 10592949 Document Number: 507106
Pediatric methadone intoxication may present with clinically unusual findings which could cause confusion to the inexperienced practitioner. We present a case of pediatric methadone overdose, address clinical nuances pertinent to these overdoses, and discuss measures aimed at limiting these potentially catastrophic exposures.
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