Which of the following metal ions is associated with secondary Parkinsonisms
Correct Answer: Mangnese
Description: Manganese ion exposure is implicated in the free radical damage of the basal ganglia causing Parkinsonism. Toxins Implicated in Parkinsonism Manganese (Mn) MPTP (1 Methyl - > Phenyl -1, 2, 3, 6 tetrahydropyridine) Carbonmonoxide Carbondisulphide Ctanide Hexane Methanol Toxins repoed to induce Parkinonism: (Handbook of Atypical Parkinsonism) Betel nut (plus antiPsychotics) Carbon monoxide Contrast agent for cardiac catheterization Cyanide Ethanol intoxication, ethanol withdrawal Ethylene glycol Herbicides (paraquat, diquat, glyphosate) Heroin Hydrogen sulfide Kava-kava Manganese REF: Harrison book of internal medicine 21ST EDITION
Category:
Medicine
Get More
Subject Mock Tests
Practice with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects and improve your knowledge.
Attempt a mock test nowMock Exam
Take an exam with 100 random questions selected from all subjects to test your knowledge.
Coming SoonGet More
Subject Mock Tests
Try practicing mock tests with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects.
Attempt a mock test now