Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9034808 | Toxicology | 2005 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
This article describes the medical management of mass casualties with blister agents, nerve agents and blood agents from the viewpoint of a clinical toxicologist. Characteristic diagnostic signs, decontamination procedures and therapeutic schemes for these agents are described. Treatment options are discussed. The importance of planning (e.g. antidote availability) and preparedness is emphasized.
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Authors
Thomas Zilker,