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Ethylene glycol

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Ethylene glycol is a poisonous alcohol. Drinking even small amounts can cause significant damage to the body. This article discusses poisoning from ethylene glycol.


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Review Date: 01/17/2007
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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