Abstract
Scattered reports of facial and limb edema have been reported, predominantly in the context of valproate (VPA)-induced hepatic injury. We report seven patients with edema associated with long-term VPA therapy in the absence of hepatic disease.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Child
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Edema / chemically induced*
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Extremities
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Face
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Valproic Acid / administration & dosage
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Valproic Acid / adverse effects*