Fosphenytoin for seizure prevention in childhood coma in Africa: a randomized clinical trial.

PURPOSE: We conducted a double-blind trial to determine whether a single intramuscular injection of fosphenytoin prevents seizures and neurologic sequelae in children with acute coma. METHODS: We conducted this study at Kilifi District Hospital in coastal Kenya and Kondele Children's Hospital i...

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Main Authors: Gwer, SA, Idro, R, Fegan, G, Chengo, E, Mpoya, A, Kivaya, E, Crawley, J, Muchohi, SN, Kihara, M, Ogutu, B, Kirkham, F, Newton, C
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2013