Metallic mercury intoxication
Cintrón Rodríguez, Z.; Lugo Rodríguez, J.E.
Boletin de la Asociacion Medica de Puerto Rico 74(12): 380-382
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0004-4849 PMID: 6086116 Document Number: 701225
Metallic mercury intoxication is an important industrial and public health problem. Early diagnosis is difficult. This article reviews recent literature on the epidemiological and clinical aspects of this disease. Information is given also on 33 cases evaluated at the Industrial Hospital of which 27 %%ere considered intoxicated with metallic mercury. Important clinical clues for an early diagnosis are given. This should increase the awareness for the recognition of this dangerous condition.
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