oxalate poisoning

oxalate poisoning
poisoning by oxalic acid or oxalates, usually after ingestion of large quantities of oxalate-containing plants (see table). Characteristics include gastroenteritis, hypotension, hypocalcemia, muscle weakness and twitching, nephrosis, and hyperoxaluria. Called also oxalism.


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