Epidemic of Kala Pathar(Paraphenylene Diamine) Poisoning: an Emerging Threat in Southern Punjab.

CONCLUSION: Kala Pathar(PPD) is a lethal substance when ingested. PPD poisoning is not limited to adults; many cases of pediatric poisoning are also being reported in Southern Punjab. Mortality due to Kala Patharis high. Tracheostomy should be done immediately in all such cases; and high intensive multidisciplinary approach is required.
PMID: 29290191 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Hand Surgery - January 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Khan MA, Akram S, Shah HBU, Hamdani SAM, Khan M Tags: J Coll Physicians Surg Pak Source Type: research