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Category: Volume 10 Issue 05 May 2022
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Title: Gas Geyser Syndrome Presented with Seizure and Psychosis

Authors: Ashish Goyal, Sumeet Roy, Kapoor Raghav and Aakansha Basotia

 DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v10i5.05

Abstract

Hazardous effects of flueless gas geysers on the central nervous system is less known but cases are mainly seen in domestic settings. The main culprit behind the pathophysiology is Carbon Monoxide. The cases usually present with cardiac arrest, seizure which can precipitate as epilepsy, Parkinson's feature, cognitive defects and acute onset psychosis. We hope to give an impact on implementing laws against use of gas geyser usage for public safety.

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Corresponding Author

Ashish Goyal