Lead poisoning--an overview
Amundsen, T.; Naess, I.A.; Hammerstrøm, J.; Brudevold, R.; Bjerve, K.S.
Tidsskrift for den Norske Laegeforening Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin Ny Raekke 122(15): 1473-1476
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 0029-2001 PMID: 12185737 Document Number: 542038
We present a review of the history, pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of lead poisoning based on relevant literature. The human body does not metabolize lead, and lead accumulation may cause organ failure. Lead poisoning may cause serious health defects, including anaemia, central nervous system problems and various organ defects. Sources of lead may be found in the home as well as in the workplace or elsewhere in our environment, but lead poisoning is an infrequent condition. Prevention is important, but manifest lead poisoning can be treated effectively.