Oculotoxins: effects, implications, and importance in occupational health.
A large number of chemicals are being used in industries. The potential of many of these chemicals to cause ocular damage has been well documented. It is therefore important that proper attention be given to the prevention of visual handicap among the population exposed to industrial chemicals. The aim of the present article is to create awareness and provoke discussion among concerned health personnel and administrators.
Srivastava
A K
AK
Epidemiology Division, Industrial Toxicology Research Centre, Lucknow, India.
Gupta
B N
BN
D002617:Chemical Industry; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000517:prevention & control