Internal Contamination (USUHS)
Abstract
Radioactive material can enter the body by a variety of pathways including ingestion, inhalation, and wound contamination. While some internalized isotopes will be naturally eliminated from the body, many others are not. They remain immobile or are transported and deposited to other organs where they continually irradiate the surrounding tissue. This chronic internal radiation exposure can cause unrepairable cellular damage eventually leading to death. This Program uses innovative approaches to address this pressing health concern. FY 2019 Accomplishments: AFRRI/USUHS Report AFR-B5-3530: Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Internal Radionuclide Decontamination.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- a975f3a28e921f8705fe4b62c2f6f921