A rare neurological complication due to lithium poisoning.
Hong Kong Med J
; 18(4): 343-5, 2012 Aug.
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| ID: mdl-22865182
ABSTRACT
Lithium salts have been used in treatment of depression and bipolar disorder for more than 50 years. Neurotoxic side-effects such as nystagmus, ataxia, tremor, fasciculation, clonus, seizure and even coma have been well described in the literature. We present a case of generalised peripheral neuropathy following lithium intoxication. It is a rare presentation with delayed onset and characterised by a rapid downhill course. Diagnosis was confirmed by nerve conduction tests, which showed axonal neuropathy. Despite the profound neurological effects of this toxicity, it is readily reversible with supportive care and the prognosis is good.
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Bases de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Compuestos de Litio
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Enfermedades del Sistema Nervioso Periférico
Tipo de estudio:
Diagnostic_studies
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Prognostic_studies
Límite:
Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Hong Kong Med J
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA
Año:
2012
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Hong Kong