Metals: Lead, Arsenic and Mercury

kids washing hands
kids washing hands

Dr. Durrani presents to UCLA Pediatric Residents on case studies of treating patients with toxic metals exposure, primarily lead.

Learning Objectives:
Describe the pathophysiology of metal toxicity.
Differentiate between the appropriate screening modalities for children with metal exposure.
Identify prevention strategies as well as risk and benefits of treatment.

Type: Children's Health Issue: Heavy MetalsLeadInfo For: Families & CommunitiesHealth ProfessionalsPEHSU: Region 9Exposure Pathway: