Toxicological profile of Amanita virosa - A narrative review

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2019

Authors

Tavassoli, M (Author) Other; Afshari, A (Author) Other; Arsene, AL (Author) Other; Megarbane, B (Author) Other; Dumanov, J (Author) Other; Bastos Paoliello, MMB (Author) Other; Tsatsakis, A (Author) Other; Felix Carvalho (Author) FFUP; Hashemzaei, M (Author) Other; Karimi, G (Author) Other; Rezaee, R (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Toxicology Reports

Vol. 6

Pages: 143-150

ISSN: 2214-7500

Publisher: Elsevier

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Authenticus ID: P-00Q-448

DOI: 10.1016/j.toxrep.2019.01.002

Abstract (EN): Mushrooms account for a part of human diet due to their exquisite taste and protein content as well as their promising health effects unveiled by scientific research. Toxic and non-toxic mushrooms frequently share considerable morphological similarities, which mislead the collectors/consumers, resulting in mycotoxicity. Numerous mushroom species are considered "poisonous" as they produce dangerous toxins. For instance, members of the genus Amanita, especially A. phalloides, A. virosa and A. verna, are responsible for severe and even life-threatening noxious consequences. Globally, mushroom poisoning is a crucial healthcare issue as it leads to a considerable number of deaths annually. However, no definite antidote has been introduced to treat this poisoning. The present article discusses the characteristics of A. virosa in terms of epidemiology, mechanisms of toxicity, poisoning features and management.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 8