Historical QOD 4/28/09: A number of unfortunate deaths have resulted from the ill- advised use of the chelation agent edetate disodium administered intravenously. What potentially fatal electrolyte abnormality related to chelation with this agent has been associated with these deaths?
Hypocalcemia.
Baxter A, Krenzelok E. Clinical Toxicology 2008, 46:1083-1084
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