Inhalation of baby powder: An unappreciated hazard

Inhalation of baby powder: An unappreciated hazard

The use of talcum powder is part of the traditional care of infants. We report an incident in which accidental inhalation of baby powder caused severe respiratory difficulties and highlight the potential risks of this practice.

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Veröffentlicht in:BMJ (Online) 1991-01, Vol.6786 (302), p.1200-1201
Hauptverfasser: Pairaudeau, P W, Wilson, R G, Hall, MA, Milne, M
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The use of talcum powder is part of the traditional care of infants. We report an incident in which accidental inhalation of baby powder caused severe respiratory difficulties and highlight the potential risks of this practice.
ISSN:0959-8138