| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3086105 | Pediatric Neurology | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome is a severe, potentially life-threatening, reaction to the aromatic anticonvulsant medications. Reported here is a case of anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome secondary to phenobarbital in a 2-year-old boy; he responded to drug withdrawal, corticosteroids, and intravenous immunoglobulin. The literature regarding treatment of this syndrome is reviewed.
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Authors
David C. Dredge, Elizabeth C. Parsons, Lindsay P. Carter, Kevin J. Staley,