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Infantile Spasms - Evidence Based Medical Management

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Infantile spasms constitute significant burden of refractory epilepsy in children. The first line treatment choice varies at different centres. The author presents concise evidence based update on medical management of infantile spasms.

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  1. Division of Pediatric Neurology, Advanced Pediatric Center, PGIMER, Chandigarh, 160012, India

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Sahu, J.K. Infantile Spasms - Evidence Based Medical Management. Indian J Pediatr 81, 1052–1055 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12098-014-1499-z

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