Toxicological aspects of the exposure to ethylene oxide
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https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101987000600009Keywords:
Ethylene oxide^i3^stoxic, Esterilization, RiskAbstract
Some important aspects of the use of ethylene oxide as a sterilizing agent for medical instruments are reviewed in this paper. Toxic, mutagenic, teratogenic and carcinogenic effects are the main risks described and emphasis it given to preventive mesures.Downloads
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1987-12-01
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Prat Marín, A., & Sanz Gallén, P. (1987). Toxicological aspects of the exposure to ethylene oxide . Revista De Saúde Pública, 21(6), 523-528. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101987000600009