Valproate-associated dysmyelopoiesis in elderly patients

被引:14
作者
So, CC [1 ]
Wong, KF [1 ]
机构
[1] Queen Elizabeth Hosp, Dept Pathol, Kowloon, Hong Kong, Peoples R China
关键词
sodium valproate; hematologic toxicity; dysmyelopoiesis; myelodysplasia; elderly;
D O I
10.1309/4TEF-LVGX-WEQ9-R8W8
中图分类号
R36 [病理学];
学科分类号
100104 [病理学与病理生理学];
摘要
Sodium valproate is widely prescribed for patients with epilepsy and psychiatric disorders. Hematologic toxic effects have been largely described in pediatric patients, and dysmyelopoiesis is reported rarely. We describe 21 elderly patients with valproate-associated dysmyelopoiesis and postulate that this particular side effect may be much more common than currently recognized. A correct diagnosis is important for acute patient management and for prognostication.
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