Publications by authors named "Vitor Corsaletti Abreu"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Vitor Corsaletti Abreu"
- Vitor Corsaletti Abreu's recent research focuses on the neurological effects of lithium, particularly its potential to induce rapidly progressive dementia (RPD) that can mimic Alzheimer's disease in imaging studies.
- His article highlights the importance of clinical suspicion and laboratory confirmation in diagnosing lithium intoxication, emphasizing that early identification can lead to reversal of cognitive dysfunction caused by drug toxicity.
- The findings underscore the critical need for awareness among healthcare practitioners regarding the neurological side effects of lithium, balancing its therapeutic benefits against the risks of overdosage.
