title: PVC in Scandinavia.
abstract: Poly(vinyl chloride) is a versatile material that is used to manufacture many vital single-use medical devices. Yet, concerns continue regarding its safe use and disposal. This article examines the risk-assessment investigations that have been conducted in Scandinavia and the related discussion. Future scrutiny will focus on modifying the material through the use of different additives.
authors.affiliation: PVC Information Council, Copenhagen, Denmark. ogh@pvc.dk
authors.forename: O G
authors.initials: OG
authors.lastname: Hansen
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D011143:Polyvinyl Chloride / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011634:Public Health; D011640:Public Policy; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012537:Scandinavian and Nordic Countries
chemical_list: D011143:Polyvinyl Chloride