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9 Treatments for Botulism

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Tests

4	Medical Procedures

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Diets

Overview

Because of the threat of respiratory complications, patients should be hospitalized immediately and closely monitored. Mechanical ventilation should begin when the vital capacity falls below 30% of predicted. Trivalent (types A, B and E) equine antitoxin should be administered a...[read article]

Tests for Botulism

1. Stool Culture Test A fecal culture is a laboratory test used to determine if bacteria, which can cause infection or disease, are present in your digestive tract. By testing your stool... More
2. Electromyogram Electromyography (EMG) is a diagnostic tool that evaluates muscle or nerve problems. It uses surface electrodes to assess the ability of motor neurons (the nerve ce... More
3. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
4. Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Assay Test
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Medical Procedures for Botulism

1. Mechanical Ventilation Mechanical ventilation is the use of a mechanical device (machine) to inflate and deflate the lungs. More
2. Bowel Irrigation Colonic irrigation is also known as hydrotherapy of the colon, high colonic, entero-lavage, or simply colonic. It is the process of cleansing the colon by passing s... More
3. Tube Feeding A feeding tube , also known as a gavage tube, is used to give nutrition to infants that cannot eat on their own. The gavage tube is normally used in a hospital, but... More
4. Intubation of Trachea Endotracheal intubation (EI) is an emergency procedure most often performed in patients who are unconscious or who cannot breathe on their own. EI helps to prevent ... More
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Diets for Botulism

1. Follow a Bland Diet
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