Paraquat dichloride (methyl viologen; PQ) is an effective and widely used herbicide that has
a proven safety record when appropriately applied to eliminate weeds. However, over the …

1 In contrast to 10-15 years ago most cases of paraquat poisoning are now due to deliberate
self-poisoning with parasuicidal or suicidal intent rather than to accidental ingestion. Less …

The herbicide, paraquat is considered safe by industry and the bulk of regulators worldwide.
However, determinants of exposure from 30 years ago persist in developing countries. Little …

Objectives A cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the relationship between
respiratory health and paraquat exposure. Methods The study population was selected from …

This study analyzes the exposure circumstances of 15 fatal occupational paraquat
poisonings. To evaluate the potential danger of dermal absorption and the amount needed …

This study determines the in vivo percutaneous absorption of paraquat in humans. Three
skin sites of application were used in a crossover manner for six subjects. The percents of …

All reported cases of paraquat poisoning by absorption through the skin are briefly reviewed.
It is concluded that, while paraquat cannot be absorbed significantly through intact human …

Paraquat poisoning usually results from suicide, occupational, or accidental exposure.
Herein, we report a rare fatal case of homicidal paraquat poisoning. A 58‐year‐old man was …

A study of occupational exposure to paraquat was performed among 11 knapsack spray
operators at banana plantations in Costa Rica. External and internal exposures were …

1 Over the past 20 years plus that paraquat has been used throughout the world, it has
enjoyed an excellent safety record when used normally and for its intended purpose. 2 Its …