The objectives of this trial are to test the hypothesis that oral chelation therapy of low-level lead poisoning in children prevents lead induced developmental delay. The objective of the Clinical Center contracts are to support the recruitment, randomization, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up of the children.

Project Start
1993-06-30
Project End
2000-12-31
Budget Start
1999-12-27
Budget End
1999-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2000
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Department
Type
DUNS #
073757627
City
Philadelphia
State
PA
Country
United States
Zip Code
19104
Campbell, Carla; Schwarz, Donald F; Rich, David et al. (2003) Effect of a follow-up professional home cleaning on serial dust and blood lead levels of urban children. Arch Environ Health 58:771-80