systematic_review
    2015

    Manganese-induced parkinsonism and Parkinson disease: shared and distinguishable features

    Kwakye GF, Paoliello MM, Mukhopadhyay S

    Published in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

    Key Findings

    Chronic manganese overexposure produces a distinct parkinsonian syndrome that is largely unresponsive to levodopa.

    Conclusions

    Clear toxicity ceiling for supplementation.

    Limitations

    Occupational exposure data.

    Supplements Studied

    Manganese
    Mineral

    Chronic manganese overexposure produces a parkinsonian syndrome largely unresponsive to levodopa.

    Study Details

    Year:2015
    Quality Score:6/10

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