Toxicological issues of chemical terrorism
Toxicological issues which may emerge at terroristic acts using chemicals are examined. Chemical terrorism possible scenarios are defined, criteria allowing to identify the most hazardous toxicants which may be used to conduct terroristic acts are described. The classification of chemical terrorism potential agents is set forth basing on their toxic action, formation speed of casualties, major intoxication syndromes. The necessity of a timely preparedness of the medical service to liquidate consequences of chemical sabotage is validated.