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. 1970 Apr 11;2(5701):80-2.
doi: 10.1136/bmj.2.5701.80.

Subclinical neuropathy in lead workers

M J Catton, M J Harrison, P M Fullerton, G Kazantzis

Subclinical neuropathy in lead workers

M J Catton et al. Br Med J. .

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 mug./100 ml. and seven had haemoglobin levels below 12 g./100 ml., showing that considerable exposure to lead was occurring.

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