Seizures in HIV: The case for special consideration
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Zaporojan, L., McNamara, P.H., Williams, J.A., Bergin, C., Redmond, J. & Doherty, C.P., Seizures in HIV: The case for special consideration, Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports, 10, 2018, 38-43Download Item:
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This study aimed to determine the rate, cause and management of seizures in the context of potential ART–ASD interactions in a cohort of HIV + individuals.
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Records of 604 HIV + patients were reviewed and those reporting epilepsy/seizure diagnosis were further evaluated.
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This cohort exhibited a seizure rate of 2.4%. HIV + patients treated for epilepsy displayed low serum ASD levels and failed to achieve seizure control. They were more likely to disengage from Neurology follow-up.
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For HIV + patients presenting with seizures/epilepsy the ASD prescription and the provision of supplementary support services needs to be carefully considered.
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Author: DOHERTY, COLIN; Zaporojan, Lilia; McNamara, Patricia H.; Williams, Jennifer A.; Bergin, Colm; Redmond, Janice
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213323217301378?via%3Dihubhttp://hdl.handle.net/2262/91365
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Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports;10;
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HIV, Seizure, Epilepsy, ASD-ART interactionDOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ebcr.2018.02.006Metadata
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