TOXIC PSYCHOSIS DUE TO IODOFORM
ALAN L. MORGENSTERN M.D.1
1 Medical Center, University of Colorado, Denver, Colo.
Toxic psychosis due to iodoform hypersensitivity is uncommon and is rarely recognized. It generally occurs when the drug is painted on large surfaces which allow its absorption or when iodoform gauze is used as a packing in cavities. This case showed the typical mental symptoms of depression followed by delirium. The treatment is removal of the drug and general supportive measures until recovery is effected.
