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NBAS mutations cause acute liver failure: when acetaminophen is not a culprit.
Italian journal of pediatrics - 25 Sept 2017
Calvo Pier Luigi, Tandoi Francesco, Haak Tobias B, Brunati Andrea, Pinon Michele, Olio Dominic Dell, Romagnoli Renato, Spada Marco
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Pediatric acute-liver-failure due to acetaminophen (APAP) administration at therapeutic dosage is rare, while viral infections and metabolic defects are the prevalent causes. Yet, as acetaminophen is routinely used in febrile illnesses, it may be mistakenly held responsible for the acute liver damage. CASE PRESENTATION: An 11 month old boy had been on acetaminophen for 10 days (total dose...
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