Publications by authors named "Mako Yanaga"
Article Synopsis
- - A 66-year-old man with vascular dementia and seizures developed acute pancreatitis after being treated with valproic acid (VPA), despite showing no specific abdominal symptoms.
- - Blood tests revealed an inflammatory response, leading to a diagnosis of VPA-induced pancreatitis, prompting the discontinuation of VPA and initiation of high-dose infusions.
- - The case highlights the need for clinicians to recognize the risk of acute pancreatitis from VPA, especially in elderly patients who may not be able to report symptoms, underscoring the importance of monitoring blood amylase levels.
