Massive scalp hematoma: An unusual presentation of valproic acid toxicity

Massive scalp hematoma: An unusual presentation of valproic acid toxicity

Valproic acid (VPA) is a commonly used broad-spectrum antiepileptic drug especially in children, with various side-effects reported with its usage. Hematologic toxicity is dose related and intracranial bleeding complications have been reported. We are reporting a rare case of massive scalp hematoma...

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Main Authors: Suryanarayanan Bhaskar, S Sobti, Amit K Singh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2012-01-01
Series:Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology
Subjects:
Scalp hematoma
valproic acid toxicity
hematotoxicity
Online Access:http://www.annalsofian.org/article.asp?issn=0972-2327;year=2012;volume=15;issue=4;spage=315;epage=316;aulast=Bhaskar

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