title: Between the utility and hazards of phosphorus through the centuries.
abstract: Phosphorus has been shown to be a predictor of cardiovascular mortality in kidney disease subjects. Phosphorus was discovered in 1669 and was considered a philosophers stone, it was used as medicament but there were reported deaths after its use. High serum levels of phosphorus are associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease in the general population in subjects free from chronic kidney disease. Phosphorus can be defined as a useful and hazardous element for public health.
authors.forename: Vincenzo
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Savica
authors.forename: Giovanni
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Duro
authors.forename: Guido
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Bellingheri
mesh_terms: D049668:History, 15th Century; D049669:History, 16th Century; D049670:History, 17th Century; D049671:History, 18th Century; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D049690:History, Ancient; D049691:History, Medieval; D010758:Phosphorus / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000266:history* / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D010758:Phosphorus