Chronic Lithium Intoxication: A Challenging Diagnosis
Chronic Lithium Intoxication: A Challenging Diagnosis
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United States: Cureus Inc
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Lithium has been used in clinical practice since the 1970s. This medication is commonly used to treat and prevent bipolar disorder, but it has a narrow therapeutic index, making toxicity a frequent occurrence. Chronic lithium intoxication can arise due to progressive accumulation, particularly in contexts of dehydration. The effects of chronic lith...
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Chronic Lithium Intoxication: A Challenging Diagnosis
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_pubmedcentral_primary_oai_pubmedcentral_nih_gov_10876098
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2168-8184
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2168-8184
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10.7759/cureus.52626
