Methadone-induced rigid-chest syndrome after substantial overdose.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1542/peds.2009-3243.
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Abstract
We report here the case of an infant who developed life-threatening rigid-chest syndrome after receiving an accidental overdose of methadone. The child responded to narcotic reversal. Pediatric physicians should be aware of this possible complication.
Medical subject headings
- Drug Overdose
- Medication Errors
- Methadone
- Muscle Rigidity
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn
- Thoracic Wall