Philippe Camus, M.D.

Dijon, France

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XXXVIII.e

Sniffing death - Death from inhalation of compound

Typically sudden. See also under XIr. Death is from poisoning or asphyxia. Typically, collapse and death quickly follow inhalation of the gas or substance

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Berling I, Isbister GK

Rare but relevant: Hydrocarbons and sudden sniffing syndrome.

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