1978•Postgraduate MedicineRequires access
Alcohol intoxication and the alcohol withdrawal syndrome
Clive C. Robertson, Edward M. Sellers
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Abstract
Although acute alcohol intoxication can cause death, hepatic metabolism of ethanol is usually rapid, and in most cases general supportive care of the intoxicated patient is all that is required. Abrupt cessation of prolonged excessive alcohol intake gives rise to the alcohol withdrawal syndrome. The fundamentals of treatment are careful assessment of the patient and judicious use of a benzodiazepine.