Valproate-induced hyperammonemia - uncovering an underlying inherited metabolic disorder: a case report

Abstract Background Sodium valproate is a commonly used anticonvulsant. It is widely recognized that valproate can cause hyperammonemia, particularly in people with underlying liver disease. Patients with urea cycle disorders are genetically predisposed to this adverse event and can develop severe h...

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Main Authors: Shaine Mehta, Sarrah Tayabali, Robin Lachmann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-05-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13256-018-1666-3