X88.0: Assault by carbon monoxide from combustion engine exhaust

Assault by carbon monoxide from combustion engine exhaust refers to exposure to carbon monoxide gas resulting from intentional harm to a person. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas produced when fuel burns incompletely, such as from a malfunctioning car engine. In large amounts, it can replace oxygen in the bloodstream, leading to potential severe illness or even death. Symptoms of such exposure can vary widely, but often include headaches, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. In severe cases, people may lose consciousness or suffer long-term neurological damage. This condition is an acute case, meaning symptoms tend to come on rapidly after exposure and escalate quickly without prompt treatment. It can affect multiple systems in the body, primarily the cardiovascular and nervous systems.

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