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American Thyroid Association Scientific Statement on the Use of Potassium Iodide Ingestion in a Nuclear Emergency
- Leung, Angela M;
- Bauer, Andrew J;
- Benvenga, Salvatore;
- Brenner, Alina V;
- Hennessey, James V;
- Hurley, James R;
- Milan, Stacey A;
- Schneider, Arthur B;
- Sundaram, Krishnamurthi;
- Toft, Daniel J
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https://doi.org/10.1089/thy.2017.0054Abstract
This document serves to summarize the issues and the American Thyroid Association (ATA) position regarding the use of potassium iodide as a thyroid blocking agent in the event of a nuclear accident. The purpose is to provide a review and updated position statement regarding the advanced distribution, stockpiling, and availability of potassium iodide in the event of nuclear radiation emergencies in the United States.
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