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Cranio- Facial malformations*

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Notes
*Includes microcephaly, macrocephaly, gingival hyperplasia, wide saggital suture, facial edema, and exophthalmos.

References:
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  • El-Zein, RA et al. Exposure to ethylene glycol monomethyl ether: clinical and cytogenetic findings. Arch Environ Health 2002; 57(4):371-6.
  • Landigran P.J. and Garg A. Chronic Effects of Toxic Environmental Exposures on Children's Health. Clin Toxicol 2002;40(4):449-456.
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  • Vahter M. et al. Metals and Women's Health. Environ Research 2002; Section A, 88:145-155.

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