The effect of chelation therapy with succimer on neuropsychological development in children exposed to lead

Authors :: Rogan, Walter J.
Dietrich, Kim N.
Ware, James H.
Dockery, Douglas W.
Salganik, Mikhail
Radcliffe, Jerilynn
Jones, Robert L.
Ragan, N. Beth
Chisolm, J. Julian, Jr.
Rhoads, George G.
Source :: The New England Journal of Medicine. May 10, 2001, Vol. 344 Issue 19, p1421, 6 p.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: Chelation therapy with succimer did not protect children with mild lead poisoning from developmental disabilities, according to a study of 780 children with blood lead levels between 20 and 44 micrograms per deciliter. Chelation therapy uses chemicals that can remove toxic metals from the body.

Subjects :: Lead poisoning -- Care and treatment
Chelation therapy -- Evaluation
Child development deviations -- Prevention

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