Role of Exchange Transfusion In Dapsone Poisoning

Title: Role of Exchange Transfusion In Dapsone Poisoning

Authors: Dr Nilesh Bastewad, Dr Harshal Bhitkar, Dr Pramod Umarji, Dr Deelip Kadam

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v4i2.20

Abstract

Suicidal ingestion of Dapsone can lead to severe methemoglobinemia. Exchange Transfusion decreases Meth-Hb level. We present a young female with suicidal ingestion of Dapsone who responded to Exchange Transfusion.

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Corresponding Author

Dr Nilesh Bastewad