Etiology of Balkan Endemic Nephropathy: An Update on Aristolochic Acids Exposure Mechanisms.
Chem Res Toxicol
; 31(11): 1109-1110, 2018 11 19.
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ABSTRACT
Aristolochic acid released from decaying Aristolochia clematitis weed is contaminating soil and food crops in Eastern Europe and is one of the major causes to Balkan endemic nephropathy. Measures should be taken to prevent people from being exposed to these highly potent phytotoxins. Research needs to develop remediation methods.
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Assunto principal:
Poluentes do Solo
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Nefropatia dos Bálcãs
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Aristolochia
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Ácidos Aristolóquicos
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En
Ano de publicação:
2018
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