The Painted Garden by Mary Woodin
This book reviews the current scientific understanding of the safety a nd toxicity of nicotine. The discussion ranges from chemistry, through animal and human experimental research, to the results of large clini cal trials. Among the topics covered are cardiovascular disease, cance r, reproductive toxicity (including fetal toxicity and Sudden Infant D eath Syndrome), behavioral toxicity (including abuse liability and add iction to nicotine medication) and gastrointestinal disease. Finally, the risks and benefits of nicotine as a medication are explored. The a uthors are world-renowned experts on their respective topics. No other book addresses nicotine toxicity with the depth or breadth of this vo lume.
Mary Woodin was trained as a textile designer at Manchester Metropolitan University in England and as a ceramic designer at the Royal College of Art. Her major commissions include designs for the London Underground's South Kensington station.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780762404087 |
| ISBN 10 | 0762404086 |
| Title | The Painted Garden |
| Author | Mary Woodin |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Running Press |
| Year published | 2000-04-15 |
| Number of pages | 144 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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