Chloroform (trichloromethane) is a halogenated hydrocarbon which is toxic if ingested. Similar findings can be seen with severe inhalational exposures, especially within confined spaces.
Mechanism of toxicity: direct damage to mucosal surfaces, release of free radicals
Clinical findings following ingestion:
(1) CNS depression
(2) cardiac arrhythmias
(3) hepatotoxicity with marked elevation of the serum transaminases and total bilirubin
