Diseases [C] » Chemically-Induced Disorders [C25] » Poisoning » Heavy Metal Poisoning
Description
Poisoning that results from chronic or acute ingestion, injection, inhalation, or skin absorption of HEAVY METALS. Acute and chronic exposures can cause ANEMIA; KIDNEY and LIVER damage; PULMONARY EDEMA; MEMORY LOSS and behavioral changes; bone deformities in children; and MISCARRIAGE or PREMATURE LABOR in pregnant women. MeSH
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Subtype Terms (5)
Lead Poisoning
14 drugs (9 approved, 5 experimental)
Mercury Poisoning
2 drugs (1 approved, 1 experimental)
Approved Indicated Drugs (3)
Organization Involved with Phase 4 Indications (1)
Organization Involved with Phase 2 Indications (1)
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