How to detoxify methanol poisoning
Jan 16, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
The most common causes of methanol poisoning are consuming counterfeit alcohol or exposure to methanol vapor through the skin or respiratory tract. Methanol poisoning can generally be treated through methods such as gastric lavage, induced vomiting, and dialysis. After treatment, patients should ensure adequate rest, increase nutritional intake, and engage in appropriate physical exercise to help the body recover to a healthy state more quickly.
The most common causes of methanol poisoning are consuming counterfeit alcohol or exposure to methanol vapor through the skin or respiratory tract. Methanol poisoning can generally be treated through methods such as gastric lavage, induced vomiting, and dialysis. Taking gastric lavage as an example, the procedure must be performed at a正规 medical facility, and the operational steps are as follows:
1. After verifying the patient's personal information, the doctor instructs the patient to sit or lie flat.
2. Check the tubes, connect them to the machine, turn on the power switch of the gastric lavage machine, clean hands thoroughly, and put on gloves.
3. Lubricate the gastric tube and insert it into the stomach via the mouth to a depth of approximately 55 to 60 centimeters, then confirm that the tube is properly positioned within the stomach.
4. Connect the gastric tube to the lavage machine, press the start button, and introduce 300–500 ml of lavage fluid each time. After repeatedly rinsing the stomach contents, press the stop button. Upon completion of gastric lavage, remove the tube and assist the patient with mouth rinsing and face washing.
5. Dispose of waste materials properly and document the resuscitation process. After treatment, patients should rest adequately, increase nutritional intake in their diet, and engage in appropriate physical activity to promote faster recovery to good health.
