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Cyanide Poisoning Definition
Common names:
  • Cyanide Poisoning
  • Poisoning Cyanide
A person with cyanide poisoning has ingested or inhaled cyanide. Cyanide prevents the body from using oxygen. Cyanide poisoning causes death if it is not treated quickly.

The most common causes of toxicity include:
  • Inhalation of smoke from burning plastics
  • Industrial exposure
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Last Updated: Sep 14, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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