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Reye's Syndrome

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Reye's Syndrome, Reye Syndrome

  • Pathophysiology
  1. Hepatic Encephalopathy in children under age 14
  • Associated Conditions
  1. Influenza B
  2. Varicella Zoster Virus
  3. Salicylate (Aspirin) use
  • Symptoms and Signs
  1. Nausea or Vomiting
  2. Neurologic
    1. Lethargy
    2. Delirium
    3. Seizures
  • Labs
  1. Liver Function Tests increased
    1. Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) increased
    2. Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) increased
    3. Ammonia increased
  2. Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Normal