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KMID : 0359720180360040322
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Journal of the Korean Neurological Association
2018 Volume.36 No. 4 p.322 ~ p.324
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Oculogyric Crisis Due to Metronidazole Toxic Encephalopathy
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Lee Sang-Woo
Kim Hyeong-Suk
Heo Deok-Hyun
Park Jeong-Ho
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Abstract
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Oculogyric crisis is an acute dystonia involving ocular muscles characterized by sustained conjugate upward or lateral deviation of the eyes. Metronidazole is a commonly used antimicrobial agent in treatment of anaerobic infections. However, its long-term use can cause toxic encephalopathy particularly in patients with hepatic dysfunction. Here, we describe a case of oculogyric crisis as a presenting manifestation of metronidazole-induced encephalopathy.
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KEYWORD
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Metronidazole, Encephalopathy, Dystonia
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