The Pathology of Lithium Induced Nephropathy: A Case Report and Review, with Emphasis on the Demonstration of Mast Cells

ABSTRACT Lithium is a psychotropic agent which is widely employed in the psychiatric practice throughout the world. The therapeutic index of lithium is low and an acute intoxication may appear, which may lead to death or a permanent disability. A frequent side effect of lithium is renal toxicit...

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Main Authors: Kumarguru B.N., Natarajan M, A.H. Nagarajappa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2013-02-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/2774/48-%204448_u.pdf