Subclinical Neuropathy in Lead Workers
- 11 April 1970
- Vol. 2 (5701), 80-82
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.2.5701.80
Abstract
Evidence is presented for a minimal defect of peripheral nerve function in a group of lead accumulator workers without clinical evidence of a neurological lesion. Of the 19 men examined, 13 had blood levels above 80 μg./100 ml. and seven had haemoglobin levels below 12 g./100 ml., showing that considerable exposure to lead was occurring.Keywords
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