Introduction: Until now very few cases of an adverse cardiovascular event have been described following European viper envenomation (Aravanis et al., 1982) (Aravanis et al., 1982) (Aravanis et al.
Mushroom poisoning, particularly from Chlorophyllum molybdites, is becoming a significant health issue, especially as this mushroom is not native to Italy and is emerging in regions like Sicily.
A recent case series from Pavia Poison Centre documented 10 incidents of severe gastrointestinal symptoms following ingestion of Chlorophyllum molybdites, with vulnerable patients at risk of hypovolemic shock.
Collaboration among emergency physicians, toxicologists, and mycologists is crucial for effective treatment, as climate change and migration may increase the spread of these toxic mushrooms and associated health risks.