Leila Khanfri, Aya Madi, Hafsa Hajji, Salma Naji, Salma E El Kettani, Fadila A Boughima
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Abstract
Atractylis gummifera L. is a wild poisonous plant found in rural areas around the Mediterranean. It is also available from herbalists. This plant has a liver tropism which can be fatal whether taken orally or transcutaneously.In this case report, we report and discuss the clinical, biological and autopsy data of one case of poisoning of a small child in Morocco with a view to raising awareness of this dangerous poisonous glue thistle especially when used transcutaneously.
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The Medico-Legal journal is the official journal of Medico-Legal Society. The Royal Society of Medicine Press is delighted to announce the launch in July 2009 of the Medico-Legal journal, on behalf of the Medico-Legal Society. The Medico-Legal Journal provides an official record of the proceedings of the Medico-Legal Society, and is dedicated to promoting Medico-Legal knowledge in all its aspects. As well as providing a record of activity in the Society, the journal includes a unique collection of contributions and speeches from eminent speakers at society events.