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Successful treatment of acute oral copper sulfate poisoning: a case report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The incidence of copper sulfate poisoning varies across different regions. It is relatively rare in Western countries but more prevalent in South Asian nations, accounting for approximately 40% of all heavy metal poisoning cases. The majority of affected individuals are rural residents, with a mortality rate ranging from 14% to 36%. Copper sulfate poisoning often leads to gastrointestinal corrosion, intravascular hemolysis, hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, and acute multi-organ dysfunction, often resulting in death due to delayed treatment. In June 2024, we successfully managed a case of acute oral copper sulfate poisoning through early interventions, including gastric lavage and sodium dimercaptopropane sulfonate (Na-DMPS) for copper chelation, resulting in the patient's recovery and discharge after 1 week.

Source: Frontiers in Pharmacology

DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2026.1879318

Authors: Yingxin Zhao, Ruifang Li, Chenguang Wang, Chen Li, Lijun Wang

Institution: Tianjin Medical University General Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Heavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity

Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801