Abstract
Benzocaine-induced methemoglobinemia has been a well-documented illness that is usually simple to cure but can be life-threatening if not recognized. As the use of "scope" procedures becomes more commonplace, the early recognition of hypoxemia resulting from methemoglobinemia is essential. The authors report a case of benzocaine-related methemoglobinemia following bronchoscopy.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 197-202 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Journal of Respiratory Diseases |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 5 |
State | Published - May 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine