Low-level lead exposure is a risk factor for progressive diabetic nephropathy
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Researchers in Taiwan have found that chronic low-level environmental lead exposure accelerates progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes. Deterioration of renal function in patients with body lead burdens near the upper limit of normal can be slowed with lead chelation therapy, according to the results of the small study.
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