- June 4, 2014We present a case of acute acetaminophen intoxication, which is a commonly used analgesic and antipyretic drug. It can be…
- June 2, 2014Ethylene glycol intoxications are quite rare. The toxicity of ethylene glycol is largely related to its metabolites rather than the…
- August 20, 2013Pesticides are agents intended for killing, preventing, repelling or mitigating any pest. They continue to be used extensively despite limiting…
- September 26, 2013Of all medical sciences in Slovenia, occupational medicine has one of the longest traditions. It is not a mere coincidence…
- September 12, 2013Microcystins damage liver tissue by disorganizing the cytoskeleton and inhibiting serine/threonine protein phosphatases. Liver cells shrink and blood penetrates the…
- August 20, 20135.5% of all intoxications occur as a consequence of inhaling a toxic substance (gases, fumes, vapours or aerosols), in particular…
- August 20, 2013The most common illicit drugs in Slovenia that lead to poisoning requiring medical attention are heroin, cocaine, meth-/amphetamines, cannabis, gamma-hydroxybutyrate…
- August 20, 2013In addition to symptomatic and supportive treatment, decontamination of the digestive tract is frequently the only therapeutic measure in the…
