Febrile convulsions (FC) are the most common neurologic disorder in children 6-60 months of age. Zinc (Zn) and copper (Cu) play role as cofactors in more than 300 enzymatic activities significantly. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship serum levels of Zn and Cu with seizure occurrence in febrile children. In this case-control study, 270 children with 6 month to 6 years were ev...

how to cite this article: afsharkhas l, tavasoli a. renal function in children with febrile convulsions.iran j child neurol. 2014 autumn;8(4):57-61. abstract objective febrile convulsions (fc) are the most frequent seizure disorder in children. some studies have detected serum electrolyte disturbances in patients with fc. this study determines serum electrolytes, renal function tests, and frequ...