Leading Poisoning from Ingestion of Lead Shot

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A case of lead poisoning resulting from the ingestion of lead shot is reported. This unusual occurrence was discovered on x-ray of the abdomen, which should be a routine part of the investigation in all cases of suspected heavy metal poisoning. The lead shot came from the keel of a toy sailboat (specifically the 23-inch long "Classic" model produced in the past by Eldon Industries). Since many thousands of these sailboats may still be available for sale or have found their way into the toy collections of children, physicians should be alert to this potential source of lead poisoning. This case also illustrates the importance of thoroughly searching the entire environment to exclude causes other than paint and plaster when dealing with a case of lead poisoning.

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