To Death by Thallium – A Case of Thallium Poisoning
2013
Thallium is a systemic, metallic toxicant, which has high affinity for sulphydryl groups of cells and potassium binding sites throughout the body. Alopecia, painful peripheral neuropathy, gastrointestinal symptoms and visual disturbances are characteristic manifestations following thallium exposure. However, details with regard to thallium toxicity or management are not widely known to physicians.
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