Fractures caused by epileptic seizures and epileptic osteomalacia.
A case of several severe fractures in one patient following epileptic seizures is reported. The patient suffered from epileptic osteomalacia and responded well to vitamin D treatment. The cause of anticonvulsant-induced osteomalacia and its treatment are discussed.
D000077:Acetabulum / Q000293:injuries; D000328:Adult; D000927:Anticonvulsants / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004830:Epilepsy, Tonic-Clonic / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D006811:Humerus / Q000293:injuries; D008297:Male; D010018:Osteomalacia / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000150:complications; D011859:Radiography; D013124:Spinal Injuries / Q000209:etiology
D000927:Anticonvulsants