Publications by authors named "Chrissoula Tzialla"
Acta Diabetol
December 2011
Article Synopsis
- West syndrome is a rare infantile epilepsy characterized by spasms, specific brain wave patterns (hypsarrhythmia), and significant developmental delays.
- Current first-line treatment is adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), but it can lead to serious side effects.
- A case study reports a patient developing diabetes mellitus and other complications during ACTH therapy, highlighting the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels throughout treatment.
