azathioprine and Coma
azathioprine has been researched along with Coma in 3 studies
Azathioprine: An immunosuppressive agent used in combination with cyclophosphamide and hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), this substance has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck Index, 11th ed)
azathioprine : A thiopurine that is 6-mercaptopurine in which the mercapto hydrogen is replaced by a 1-methyl-4-nitroimidazol-5-yl group. It is a prodrug for mercaptopurine and is used as an immunosuppressant, prescribed for the treatment of inflammatory conditions and after organ transplantation and also for treatment of Crohn's didease and MS.
Coma: A profound state of unconsciousness associated with depressed cerebral activity from which the individual cannot be aroused. Coma generally occurs when there is dysfunction or injury involving both cerebral hemispheres or the brain stem RETICULAR FORMATION.
Research Excerpts
| Excerpt | Relevance | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| "We present 4 patients with CIDP who required respiratory assistance and mechanical ventilation." | 1.33 | Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and respiratory failure. ( Henderson, RD; Sandroni, P; Wijdicks, EF, 2005) |
Research
Studies (3)
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 1 (33.33) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 1 (33.33) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 1 (33.33) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 0 (0.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
Authors
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Henderson, RD | 1 |
| Sandroni, P | 1 |
| Wijdicks, EF | 1 |
| Shihab, F | 1 |
| Barry, JM | 1 |
| Bennett, WM | 1 |
| Meyer, MM | 1 |
| Norman, DJ | 1 |
| Colenda, CC | 1 |
| Gaston, JO | 1 |
Other Studies
3 other studies available for azathioprine and Coma
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and respiratory failure.
Topics: Aged; Azathioprine; Biopsy; Coma; Cyclophosphamide; Electromyography; Female; Follow-Up Studies; Hum | 2005 |
Cytokine-related encephalopathy induced by OKT3: incidence and predisposing factors.
Topics: Azathioprine; Brain Diseases; Coma; Confusion; Cyclosporine; Cytokines; Female; Follow-Up Studies; H | 1993 |
Psychogenic unresponsiveness in a patient with lupus cerebritis.
Topics: Adult; Azathioprine; Coma; Drug Therapy, Combination; Encephalitis; Humans; Lupus Erythematosus, Sys | 1986 |