J Korean Neurol Assoc.
2000 May;18(3):337-340.
A Case of Baclofen-induced Encephalopathy
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Neurology, Ulsan Medical College, Asan Medical Center.
Abstract
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We report a case of acute transient encephalopathy with mental alteration, myoclonic jerks, and periodic triphasic wave electroencephalographic patterns caused by a therapeutic dose of baclofen. The clinical and electroencephalo-graphic abnormalities improved to a normal range shortly after baclofen was discontinued. We discuss the pathogenesis and review the literature about baclofen-induced encephalopathies.