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Renal Dysfunction

The potential for renal dysfunction as a result of cadmium poisoning or treatment with EDTA or succimer, and the importance of monitoring renal function and adjusting treatment accordingly.

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Feb 4, 2026

What are the renal risks and monitoring protocols when using EDTA or succimer for acute cadmium poisoning in adults?

sometimes prompts with calcium (CaNa2‑EDTA) or oral (DMSA), but both carry renal considerations: EDTA has well‑documented nephrotoxicity and can paradoxically increase renal Cd burden, while succimer ...