Valproate-induced hyperammonemic encephalopathy: a case report

202021 citationsJournal Articlegold Open Access

Authors

Suhal Shah · Orange Regional Medical Center

Richard T. Wang · Orange Regional Medical Center

Ulrick Vieux · Orange Regional Medical Center

Abstract

Fortunately, rapid identification of this rare condition led to a favorable outcome in our patient. This case report illustrates the course of treatment in a patient who experienced this reaction and reviews current knowledge as well as areas of needed research in regard to valproate-induced hyperammonemic encephalopathy.

Topics & Keywords

Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies Epilepsy research and treatment Bipolar Disorder and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports

Volume 14, Issue 1, pp. 19-19

DOI: 10.1186/s13256-020-2343-x

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