This is one of a series of statements discussing the use of GI endoscopy in common clinical
situations. The Standards of Practice Committee of the American Society for Gastrointestinal …

We are just beginning to understand the metabolism of heavy metals and to use their
metabolic functions in biotechnology, although heavy metals comprise the major part of the …

Introduction he human body has an elaborate system for managing and regulating the
amount of key trace metals circulating in blood and stored in cells. Nutrient metals from our …

Magnesium (Mg) has a long history of investigation as a degradable biomaterial. Physicians
first began using Mg for biomedical applications in the late 19th century. Experimentation …

This trusted practitioner resource is acclaimed for its clear, compassionate, and hopeful
approach to working with clients who self-injure. Barent Walsh provides current, evidence …

This is one of a series of statements discussing the utilization of gastrointestinal endoscopy
in common clinical situations. The Standards of Practice Committee of the American Society …

The hematologic manifestations of copper deficiency are well known and include anemia
and neutropenia. In the past few years, the neurological manifestations of acquired copper …

AIM: To investigate predictive risk factors associated with complications in the endoscopic
removal of foreign bodies from the upper gastrointestinal tract. METHODS: We …

The spectrum of gastrointestinal (GI) foreign bodies includes food bolus impaction in the
esophagus, nonfood objects that are swallowed, and various objects that may be inserted …

Objectives: Review the typical presentation of a patient with zinc toxicity. Describe the
management considerations for patients with zinc toxicity. Outline the treatment options for …