PubMed · 2002 · 13 citations · 0 references
PharmacyNeuroscienceToxicologyDevelopmental ToxicologyHeavy Metal ToxicologyNeurotoxicologyEnvironmental Heavy Metal ExposureHeavy Metal ContaminationHeavy Metal NeurotoxicityLead ExposureLead ToxicologyMetal ToxicityChildhood Lead ExposureDevelopmental Effects Of LeadDevelopmental Lead PoisoningLead Developmental ToxicityLead Poisoning PathophysiologyLead Toxicity MechanismsPediatric Lead PoisoningPediatric Lead Toxicity
Subtle signs of neural impairment are appearing in children exposed to "low levels" of lead. How does this metal exert its effect on the developing nervous system? The salient features of five mechanisms likely involved are discussed in this review.