Recurrent hypersomnia: Report of medication-responsive cases

Recurrent hypersomnia: Report of medication-responsive cases

Introduction: Recurrent hypersomnia (RH) is a rare disorder without established treatment. Methods: We report 2 RH medication-responsive cases with typical characteristics of Kleine–Levin syndrome (KLS). Case-reports: A 10 y.o. girl and a 14 y.o. boy presented with sudden sleepiness for 3–9 days (ev...

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Main Authors: Bruna V. Perin, Iorrana Rodrigues, Franciele T.B. Giasson, Matheus Balen, Naiana Posenato, Cassiano M. Forcelini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Brazilian Association of Sleep and Latin American Federation of Sleep Societies 2015-04-01
Series:Sleep Science
Subjects:
Recurrent hypersomnia
Kleine–Levin syndrome
Treatment
Carbamazepine
Risperidone
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1984006315000371

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