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Journal Article 
Review 
Mercury exposure in pregnancy: A review 
Solan, TD; Lindow, SW 
2014 
Yes 
Journal of Perinatal Medicine
ISSN: 0300-5577
EISSN: 1619-3997 
Walter de Gruyter GmbH 
Journal of Perinatal Medicine 
42 
6 
725-729 
English 
24698820 
WOS:000344942500009 
Mercury exposure in pregnancy has been associated with both pregnancy complications and developmental problems in infants. Apart from industrial accidents and contaminated food, mercury exposure is likely to arise from predatory fish consumption, environmental contamination and dental amalgam restorations placed before or during pregnancy. It would be prudent to recommend that pregnant women avoid these potential problems and minimize any risk. The available literature indicates a linear relationship with mercury levels and IQ deficit, and therefore a safe limit of mercury cannot be calculated. 
Mercury; pregnancy; pregnancy outcome 
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