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- W2893628781 abstract "Botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs) are perhaps the most potent substances known to humankind. BoNTs comprise a family of seven distinct neurotoxic proteins produced by immunologically discrete strains of anaerobic bacteria (Clostridia). Their high toxicity, stability, remarkable persistence, ease of production, and previous history of weaponization by the military make BoNTs likely candidates for use as terrorist or battlefield agents. These properties of the toxin highlight the need to guard against the contamination of food and beverages, develop sensitive detection systems, and procure effective post-exposure pharmacological treatments. Animals and humans intoxicated by BoNTs display symptoms characteristic of an acute, symmetric, and descending flaccid paralysis. Paralysis is the result of toxin blocking the release of acetylcholine at peripheral nerve synapses. Although untreated botulism is potentially fatal, the availability of antiserum has dramatically reduced the mortality rates for the common clinical manifestations of the disease. This chapter provides a structured and comprehensive insight into the history, pathogenesis, toxicokinetics, mechanisms of action, risk assessment, toxicity, and treatment of BoNTs." @default.
- W2893628781 created "2018-10-05" @default.
- W2893628781 creator A5022682320 @default.
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- W2893628781 date "2015-01-01" @default.
- W2893628781 modified "2023-10-16" @default.
- W2893628781 title "Botulinum Toxin**Opinions, interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the authors and are not necessarily endorsed by the US Army or the US Food and Drug Administration." @default.
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