Ethylene oxide

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-003020",
  "term": "Ethylene oxide",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A chemical used to make antifreeze, to clean medical equipment, and as a pesticide. It is also found in tobacco smoke. Being exposed to ethylene oxide can cause lung damage, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and shortness of breath. Being exposed over a long time may increase the risk of certain types of cancer.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/ethylene-oxide/"
}