Publications by authors named "J Vaucel"
Introduction: In recent years, climate change and human activity have modified marine biotopes, including the widening distribution of harmful algal blooms (HABs). Bloom events predominated by microalgae of the genus have been described on the French Mediterranean coast, but in 2021 an unprecedented bloom occurred on the French Basque coast. The objective of this study is to describe the health impact of the spp bloom that occurred on the French Basque coast in 2021.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Button battery ingestion in children can be fatal if oesophageal perforation occurs. Such children require chest radiography in the emergency department to determine the button battery position and number. Current guidelines recommend that a button battery impacted in the oesophagus should be removed within two hours.
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- The study emphasizes that while button batteries (BB) in the esophagus are recognized as emergencies, complications from BB in the intestines are not as well understood, highlighting the need for more research in this area.
- A notable case involved a 7-month-old infant who ingested a button battery, leading to a blockage in the small intestine, which was exacerbated by his previous intestinal surgeries.
- The literature review identified 12 severe cases of intestinal injury related to BB ingestion, suggesting that patients with a history of intestinal issues should undergo prompt endoscopic procedures to prevent serious complications like perforation or prolonged hospital stays.
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- GHB is produced naturally from GABA or can be obtained from substances like 1,4-butanediol and GBL, which are quickly converted to GHB in the body.
- When ingested, GHB has a rapid absorption rate and its effects vary based on dosage, often leading to neurological disorders and potential withdrawal symptoms with long-term use.
- While GHB is regulated internationally due to its association with abuse and drug-facilitated crimes, substances like GBL and 1,4-BD are not as strictly controlled, necessitating careful monitoring to prevent misuse and related health risks.