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Early Discontinuation of Anticonvulsants After Neonatal Seizures A Preliminary Report
Abstract
ABSTRACTSeizures in the neonatal period generally respond well to anticonvulsant therapy, but exposure to anticonvulsant medication during the first few months of life may have a detrimental influence on growth and development. The optimal length of therapy is not known, though there are indications that treatment can be discontinued shortly after seizure control. We report a protocol in which anticonvulsant agents are discontinued before discharge from our neonatal unit. Follow-up of these infants has shown no recurrence of seizuresThis content is limited to qualifying members.
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