Mercury Toxicity and Treatment: A Review of the Literature
2011; Hindawi Publishing Corporation; Volume: 2012; Linguagem: Inglês
10.1155/2012/460508
ISSN1687-9813
Autores Tópico(s)Analytical chemistry methods development
ResumoMercury is a toxic heavy metal which is widely dispersed in nature. Most human exposure results from fish consumption or dental amalgam. Mercury occurs in several chemical forms, with complex pharmacokinetics. Mercury is capable of inducing a wide range of clinical presentations. Diagnosis of mercury toxicity can be challenging but can be obtained with reasonable reliability. Effective therapies for clinical toxicity have been described.
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