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Reye's Syndrome
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Reye's Syndrome Treatment
Intensive, supportive care is needed, although specific treatment measures have not been determined.
Intravenous fluids to provide electrolytes and glucose are given. Steroids are given to reduce swelling in the brain. Intensive monitoring of the pressure within the brain, blood gases, and blood pH is required. Support for breathing (respiratory system) during a deep coma using a mechanical ventilator may be needed.
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• Ammonium Ion
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• Cranial CT Scan
• CSF Collection
• Liver Biopsy
• Liver Function Tests
• MRI of the Head
Other Topics
• Acute
• Confusion
• Consciousness - Decreased
• Decerebrate Posture
• Electrolytes
• Fatigue
• Hearing Loss
• Incidence
• Intravenous
• Muscle Function Loss
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Respiratory
• Seizures
• Speech Impairment (Adult)
• Swelling
• Vision Problems
• Weakness
Review Date : 7/30/2002
Reviewed By : Jonathan Fanaroff, M.D., Department of Pediatrics, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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