TOX 18 - Botulism Flashcards
1
Q
Botulism source
A
C. Botulinum, spore forming anaerobe. Botulotoxin is the name of the toxin.
2
Q
Botulism effect
A
Inhibits Ach release from parasympathetic nerve ends - progressive flaccid paralysis
3
Q
Therapy
A
Inducing diarrhea
Transfusion
Antitoxic serum