Manganese poisoning

MONDO:0017638

Manganese poisoning is associated with chronic inhalation of manganese particles by individuals who work with manganese ore. Clinical features include confusion; hallucinations; and an extrapyramidal syndrome (Parkinson disease, secondary) that includes rigidity; dystonia; retropulsion; and tremor. (Adams, Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1213)

Also known as: Manganism, manganese intoxication

3 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 1 tagged with Manganese poisoning itself.

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Including sub-types (3) Tagged with Manganese poisoning (1)

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Massive study tests Blood-Cleaning therapy for poisoning victims

Disease control Ongoing

This study looks at whether blood-filtering treatments, such as dialysis or plasma exchange, can help people survive acute poisoning. Researchers will compare over 5,000 poisoned patients who received these treatments with those who did not. The goal is to see if the treatments i…

Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC

Manganese poisoning

Where it sits in the disease tree

Massive study tests Blood-Cleaning therapy for poisoning victims