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Intravenous Lipid Emulsion Therapy
Doctors demonstrate a treatment breakthrough for Celphos (aluminium phosphide) poisoning using intravenous lipid emulsion therapy. The aluminium phosphide poisoning continues to be a serious public-health challenge, particularly in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
Celphos (Aluminium Phosphide) Poisoning & Intravenous Lipid Emulsion Therapy:
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Chemical identity | Celphos comprises aluminium phosphide. |
| Use | Grain fumigant. |
| Toxic release mechanism | Releases deadly phosphine gas upon ingestion. |
| Fumigant | Highly toxic, volatile chemical compound used in gaseous form to kill pests like insects, nematodes, and rodents in enclosed spaces, soil, or stored products. |
| Public-health | Aluminium phosphide poisoning continues to be a serious public-health challenge. |
| Geographical | Particularly to agricultural states such as Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. |