Abstract
Anhydrous ammonia, a widespread industrial chemical, can cause severe inhalation and ophthalmic injuries, as well as cutaneous burns. We present five patients with ammonia injury treated at our burn center after an explosion in a warehouse. The challenges inherent in managing the pulmonary complications of this injury are emphasized.
Original language | English (US) |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | 922-928 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Burn Care and Research |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
- Rehabilitation