Chelation therapy is a medical treatment that involves the administration of chelating agents to remove heavy metals and other toxic substances from the body.
Chelating agent compounds can bind to metals in the bloodstream and facilitate their excretion through the kidneys.
Chelating agents can be administered via injections or orally, depending on the specific agent and the treatment protocol.
Common metals that are treated include lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium.
Chelation therapy isrimarily used to treat poisoning from heavy metals.
Some proponents suggest it may help with cardiovascular conditions, although this is not widely endorsed by medical organizations.
Chelation therapy has been promoted by some as a treatment for autism and other ailments, but there is little scientific evidence supporting its efficacy for these conditions.
Chelation therapy can pose risks, including: Kidney damage Depletion of essential minerals such as calcium and magnesium Allergic reactions to the chelating agent
Agents approved to bind and remove heavy metals from the body.
EDTA chelation is not effective in reducing cardiovascular events in stable patients with coronary artery disease who have diabetes and a history of MI (Llamas GA).