A Stroke Mimic: Methotrexate-induced Neurotoxicity in the Emergency Department
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common form of childhood leukemia. The treatment of ALL involves multimodality therapy, and methotrexate (MTX) remains a mainstay of treatment. A complication of MTX therapy includes acute, subacute, and chronic neurotoxocity. Signs and symptoms may range from headaches, dizziness, and mood disorders to seizures and stroke-like symptoms.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Patrick Rogers, Wilbur J. Pan, Richard A. Drachtman, Christopher Haines Tags: Clinical Communications: Pediatric Source Type: research
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