Malnutrition and childhood epilepsy in developing countries

被引：26
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作者：
Hackett, R
Iype, T
机构：
[1] Manchester Royal Infirm, Epilepsy Clin, Manchester M13 9WL, Lancs, England
[2] Trichur Med Coll, Dept Neurol, Trichur, Kerala, India
来源：
SEIZURE-EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF EPILEPSY | 2001年 / 10卷 / 08期
关键词：
malnutrition; epilepsy; children; developing country;
D O I：
10.1053/seiz.2001.0532
中图分类号：
R74 [神经病学与精神病学];
学科分类号：
摘要：
A high prevalence of epilepsy in children is frequently found in developing countries. Though high rates of acquired brain injury may contribute, the possibility that malnutrition may lower seizure threshold has rarely been examined. This review suggests potential biochemical mechanisms that could adversely affect seizure threshold, particularly the effect of malnutrition on inhibitory neurotransmitters and electrolytes. Supporting evidence from animal research and epidemiological findings in children are discussed. (C) 2001 BEA Trading Ltd.
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页码：554 / 558
页数：5
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