Teratogenesis and Neurodevelopment on Antiseizure Medication: A Practice Guideline
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Recommendations on Valproic Acid Use in Epilepsy and Pregnancy
This chapter delves into the risks associated with valproic acid use in individuals with epilepsy who may become pregnant. It emphasizes the importance of avoiding valproic acid to reduce the likelihood of major congenital malformations and neural tube defects, leading to poor neural development outcomes.
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