Toxicology in critical care
Toxicology is the study of poisoning and toxic exposures, including their diagnosis, management, and treatment. Drug overdoses, CO poisoning, pesticide exposure, and toxic inhalation injuries are some of the common toxicological crises seen in critical care. In this session, experts will discuss the management of drug overdoses in the critical care setting, including the use of antidotes and supportive care measures. There is ongoing research into the development of new antidotes and therapies for toxicological emergencies.
- Drug overdose management
- Toxicological assessments and diagnostic tools
- Specific antidote therapy
- Toxicological emergencies in the elderly
- Paediatric toxicology