Gas Geyser a Silent Killer in Bathroom: A Case Report of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Abstract

In the ever changing world with increasing population and limited resources, development of  alternate sources to restricted energy assets, which though have made life easier, also has its side  effects which may vary from minor consequences to fatality. Heating appliances especially gas geysers,  though an efficient means of energy conservation especially during the winter months are no exception to  it. Here, we present the case of a 32 year old female with fatal carbon monoxide poisoning from a running  gas geyser. The victim had no history of chronic diseases or any other ailment and was in fair health. She  was found dead in her bathroom floor. The subsequent autopsy findings, crime scene examination and  investigation confirmed the cause and manner of death to be accidental carbon-monoxide poisoning. This  case will bring into light, the ongoing trend of using gas geysers instead of traditional electric geysers  mainly based on cost effectiveness which has in turn led to an alarming rise in such accidents. We will  also suggest the routine precautions which can be followed to prevent such tragic accidents.