Review
"What more appropriate time for a title of this scope than in the post 9/11 era?...a timely, scholarly, and well-written volume which offers much information of immense current andfuture benefit." (
Veterinary and Human Toxicology, Vol. 44, No. 6, December 2002)
Product Description
This book is an accessible and authoritative guide to the practical medical management of victims of chemical warfare and offers an explanation of the underlying pharmacology and toxicology of the various agents. It discusses all major classical chemical warfare agents including nerve agents, vesicants, lung damaging agents, respiratory poisons, irritants and psychoactive agents covering the toxicology, pharmacology, human studies and treatment options for each class. Also features a section on field management of chemical agent exposure.
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