Acute accidental inhalation of Chlorine gas: A mini review

Abstract

The Authors report an accidental gas exposure of Chlorine gas in a worker. This accident is very uncommon and can lead to important life-threatening conditions, such as Reactive Airway Disfunction Syndrome (RADS) and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) with important pulmonary disfunctions and even death. This syndrome results are reversible when a quick and appropriate intensive treatment is performed.

Keywords

• Chlorine gas exposure
• Chlorine gas intoxication
• RADS
• ARDS