Intermediate syndrome in organophosphorous poisoning

One hundred and fifty three cases of Organophosphorous poisoning cases presented to Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, India during a 2 year period (2001–2002), out of which 45 cases (29.4%) had features of Intermediate Syndrome. Largest number of victims were in the age group of 21–30 years (37.7%). Males predominated (71.1%). Methyl Parathion was the commonest compound (57.7%). Respiratory muscle weakness was the most common manifestation seen (84.4%). Mortality was 22.3%.