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The Pediatrician and the Prevention of Lead Poisoning in Children

1974; Elsevier BV; Volume: 21; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1016/s0031-3955(16)32989-3

1557-8240

Robert Klein,

Porphyrin Metabolism and Disorders

Childhood lead poisoning can be eradicated if the pediatrician will take an active role in the prevention of this problem, in part through education of the community and organization of their efforts. The sources of lead poisoning and their control are reviewed and newer screening procedures and their interpretation discussed.