Datura stramonium seed ingestion leading to unintentional poisoning in a 3-year-old Ethiopian toddler: case report
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Title
Datura stramonium seed ingestion leading to unintentional poisoning in a 3-year-old Ethiopian toddler: case report
Subject
Datura stramonium, Poisoning, Anticholinergic toxicity, Case report
Description
Abstract
Introduction Datura stramonium poisoning, resulting from the ingestion of seeds, leaves, or flowers of Datura
stramonium, is a severe condition with significant risks, particularly for young children. Most documented cases
of Datura stramonium poisoning in the literature involve teenagers who intentionally ingest the plant to induce
hallucinogenic and euphoric experiences. This report presents a rare instance of unintentional Datura stramonium
poisoning in a 3year-old Ethiopian toddler.
Case presentation He presented with symptoms consistent with anticholinergic toxidrome, including altered
mental status, agitation, seizures, dilated pupils, and tachycardia. Laboratory tests, including complete blood count,
liver function test, renal function test, electrolyte levels and cerebrospinal fluid analysis were normal. Results of blood
toxicology screen were negative. Timely recognition and supportive care lead to a positive outcome.
Conclusion Through this report, we aim to add to the limited body of literature on Datura stramonium poisoning in
toddlers and offer insights into its clinical course and management in paediatric patients.
Keywords Datura stramonium, Poisoning, Anticholinergic toxicity, Case report
Introduction Datura stramonium poisoning, resulting from the ingestion of seeds, leaves, or flowers of Datura
stramonium, is a severe condition with significant risks, particularly for young children. Most documented cases
of Datura stramonium poisoning in the literature involve teenagers who intentionally ingest the plant to induce
hallucinogenic and euphoric experiences. This report presents a rare instance of unintentional Datura stramonium
poisoning in a 3year-old Ethiopian toddler.
Case presentation He presented with symptoms consistent with anticholinergic toxidrome, including altered
mental status, agitation, seizures, dilated pupils, and tachycardia. Laboratory tests, including complete blood count,
liver function test, renal function test, electrolyte levels and cerebrospinal fluid analysis were normal. Results of blood
toxicology screen were negative. Timely recognition and supportive care lead to a positive outcome.
Conclusion Through this report, we aim to add to the limited body of literature on Datura stramonium poisoning in
toddlers and offer insights into its clinical course and management in paediatric patients.
Keywords Datura stramonium, Poisoning, Anticholinergic toxicity, Case report
Creator
Desalegn Mechal Shifa1*, Aynalem Yemane Leyew1
and Meron Tebeka Jufar1
and Meron Tebeka Jufar1
Source
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-024-00753-8
Date
2024
Contributor
Peri Irawan
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PDF
Language
ENGLISH
Type
TEXT
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Citation
Desalegn Mechal Shifa1*, Aynalem Yemane Leyew1
and Meron Tebeka Jufar1, “Datura stramonium seed ingestion leading to unintentional poisoning in a 3-year-old Ethiopian toddler: case report,” Repository Horizon University Indonesia, accessed April 26, 2026, https://repository.horizon.ac.id/items/show/12523.