pyridoxine dependency

pyridoxine dependency

(pir″ĭ-dok′sēn″, sĕn) [ pyrid(ine) + ox(ygen) + -ine]
A rare autosomal recessive cause of neonatal seizures. The disorder requires lifelong supplementation of pyridoxine (vitamin B6).
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So, pyridoxines may be added to the management in spite of the rare case of pyridoxine dependency, which may cause refractory seizures.
Neonatal seizures, experience at Children Hospital and Institute of Child Health Multan

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