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International Journal of Food, Nutrition & Dietetics

Volume  1, Issue 2, May-Aug 2013, Pages 57-59
 

Original Article

Corrosive Acid: An Uncommon Suicidal Poison

Vinod Kumar Garg, Ramakant Verma, Shailender Kumar, P.C. Vyas

*Resident Doctor, **Resident, ***Resident, ****PHOD, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

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Abstract

Deaths from corrosive substances are uncommon in day to day medicolegal practice. We report a case of death due to ingestion of sulphuric acid with history of depression and previous suicidal attempt. He was provisionally diagnosed of acid ingestion but there was no history either from patient or from his relatives. Guidance and education are important preventive tools, but the best approach is to restrict access to corrosive agents, by prohibiting their free commercialization. 

 

Keywords: Chalky white teeth, Trickling lines, Corrosive acid, Utensil cleansing business. 


Corresponding Author : Vinod Kumar Garg