Ethylene Glycol Poisoning Treatment

Introduction to Ethylene Glycol Poisoning

• The toxic effects of ethylene glycol come primarily from its metabolites (glycolic acid and oxalic acid), not the parent compound 1

Diagnosis and Laboratory Tests

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Treatment with Antidotes

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Indications for Hemodialysis

• Intermittent hemodialysis is preferred over continuous kidney replacement therapy when available 1

Treatment Duration and Monitoring

• Cessation of ECTR is recommended once the anion gap is <18 mmol/L or ethylene glycol concentration is <4 mmol/L 1

Additional Treatment Considerations

• Activated charcoal is ineffective for ethylene glycol poisoning 2