TOX 18 - Botulism Flashcards

1
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Botulism source

A

C. Botulinum, spore forming anaerobe. Botulotoxin is the name of the toxin.

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Botulism effect

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Inhibits Ach release from parasympathetic nerve ends - progressive flaccid paralysis

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3
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Therapy

A

Inducing diarrhea
Transfusion
Antitoxic serum

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