Anemia secondary to valproic acid therapy in a 13-year-old boy: a case report

摘要

Introduction Valproic acid is a commonly used anti-epileptic drug. Hematological toxicities are among the occasionally observed adverse effects of this medication. Case presentation We present the case of a 13-year-old Caucasian boy who demonstrated mild anemia 12?months after the introduction of valproic acid therapy. A bone marrow biopsy revealed maturation arrest of proerythroblasts. Conclusion Prompt diagnosis and valproic acid discontinuation resulted in the patient’s recovery.