William Ries, Muhammad Faisal, Thomas Kirk, Aqib Hafeez, Laura Vincent, David Clarke, Graham Barker
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Malignant Arrhythmia and Cardiac Arrest Following Intentional Yew Tree Leaf Ingestion Salvaged by VA-ECMO
This case emphasizes the role of multidisciplinary involvement and early decision-making in yew tree (Taxus baccata) poisoning. Taxus baccata contains taxine alkaloids that predispose to malignant arrhythmia. Here, we present a case of Taxus baccata toxicity presenting with refractory cardiac arrest, salvaged ultimately by VA-ECMO.
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