Published December 1986 | Version v1
Journal article

Effective chelation therapy after incorporation of neptunium-239 in rats

  • 1. Kernforschungszentrum Karlsruhe G.m.b.H. (Germany, F.R.). Inst. fuer Genetik und Toxikologie von Spaltstoffen

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It was demonstrated in rats that it is possible to reduce the retention of 239Np in all body tissues by an early combined treatment with small doses of DTPA and DFOA. The content of 239Np can be decreased in soft tissues even if treatment is delayed. Promptly administered LICAM(C) proved more effective than the above chelate combination in reducing 239Np retention in the bones but increased that in the muscles and especially in the kidneys. This side effect of LICAM(C) could be partly prevented by simultaneous treatment with DTPA. (author)

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Int. J. Radiat. Biol. Relat. Stud. Phys., Chem. Med.
Journal Volume
50
Journal Issue
6
Series
Int. J. Radiat. Biol. Relat. Stud. Phys., Chem. Med.
Journal Page Range
955-959
ISSN
0020-7616
CODEN
IJRBA

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Contract B10-558-F(H)