Valproate-induced Hyperammonemic Encephalopathy
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Valproate-Induced Hyperammonemic Encephalopathy
Valproate is the best choice drug for a variety of medical conditions. As with any other drug, it has adverse effects, and it is important to emphasize the possibility of those adverse effects to prevent complications. We present the case history of a 44-year-old male with valproate-induced hyperammonemic encephalopathy, despite having normal liver function tests. This case includes a detailed ...
متن کامل[Valproate-induced hyperammonemic encephalopathy].
Encefalopatia hiperamonemica inducida por acido valproico.
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عنوان ژورنال: Pediatrics & Neonatology
سال: 2008
ISSN: 1875-9572
DOI: 10.1016/s1875-9572(09)60010-3