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Bullets, joints, And lead intoxication. A remarkable and instructive case

D M Switz, M E Elmorshidy, W M Deyerle

    Archives of Internal Medicine
    |August 1, 1976
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    Lead from an old bullet caused intoxication in a patient. While most lead fragments are harmless, those near joints require removal due to solubility.

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Lead intoxication is a significant public health concern, often resulting from environmental or occupational exposures.
    • The management of retained lead fragments, particularly those from projectiles, requires careful consideration of their location and potential for leaching.

    Observation:

    • A retired teamster presented with abdominal pain and anemia, indicative of systemic illness.
    • Imaging revealed an old bullet lodged in the patient's ankle, identified as the source of lead exposure.

    Findings:

    • The patient was diagnosed with lead intoxication, directly linked to the bullet fragment.
    • The case highlighted the variable solubility of lead particles based on their anatomical proximity, specifically near synovial spaces.

    Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering retained projectiles as a source of chronic lead exposure.
    • It suggests a need for surgical intervention to remove lead fragments adjacent to synovial joints to prevent systemic absorption and toxicity.

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