Chelation Therapy
EDTA Chelation Therapy
Intravenous infusion of EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) to bind and remove heavy metals from the bloodstream. FDA-approved for lead poisoning; used off-label for cardiovascular disease with mixed evidence from the TACT trial.
Key Research
Peer-Reviewed Evidence • 1 Citations
Effect of disodium EDTA chelation regimen on cardiovascular events in patients with previous MI: TACT
Lamas GA et al.•JAMA•2013•PMID: 23549581
Key Finding: RCT (n=1708) showed modest 18% reduction in composite cardiovascular endpoint, significant benefit in diabetic subgroup (39% reduction).
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📊 Evidence by Outcome
FDA-approved for lead and heavy metal poisoning. Well-established mechanism of chelation and renal excretion.
15 studies • Consistency: High • Effect: Large
TACT trial showed modest benefit in diabetic patients with prior MI, but results were controversial. TACT2 follow-up ongoing.
5 studies • Consistency: Mixed • Effect: Small
👥 Community Insights
Heavy metal levels dropped significantly after 20 sessions. Expensive but necessary for my mercury exposure.
Community member • Abu Dhabi• Verified
📋 Protocol Snapshot
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