Mercury and the risk of myocardial infarction.

Author: Mutter J, Naumann J.

Source: N Engl J Med.

Year: 2003

Comment:

In this comment on another study, health risks from dental amalgam mercury due to exposure are discussed.

Abstract / Excerpt:

“In their Perspective article, Bolger and Schwetz1 recommend limiting the intake of mercury by reducing the consumption of mercury-contaminated fish because of possible negative cardiovascular and neurologic effects. We were surprised that they do not mention dental amalgam. Dental amalgam consists of 50 percent elemental mercury, and it is well known that mercury vapor is released from amalgam.”

Citation:

Mutter J, Naumann J. Mercury and the risk of myocardial infarction. N Engl J Med. 2003; 348(21):2151-4.