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Walker, K.G. and Wilmshurst, J.M. (2010) An Update on the Treatment of Sydenham’s Chorea: The Evidence for Established and Evolving Interventions. Therapeutic Advances in Neurological Disorders, 3, 301-309.
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• TITLE: Clinical Evolution of a Case of Sydenham’s Chorea under Sodium Valproate: A Case Report Followed at the University Clinics of Bukavu

  AUTHORS: Lwandiko Cibenda Roland, Ngongo Tshonda Paul, Birato Chibinda Yannick, Gloire Kalunduzi, Mwenibamba Josué, Mobuto Banamwezi Serge, Murhula Katabana Delphin, Shindano Akilimali Tony, Katchunga Bianga Philippe

  KEYWORDS: Sydenham’s Chorea, Recurrent Tonsillitis, Sodium Valproate, Case Report

  JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Internal Medicine, Vol.15 No.3, July 29, 2025

  ABSTRACT: Sydenham’s chorea is a post-streptococcal complication that is still common in developing countries, often linked to poorly or untreated recurrent tonsillitis. We report the case of a 17-year-old female patient presenting with sudden choreic movements after a febrile episode, with a history of recurrent tonsillitis. Initial treatment with phenobarbital proved ineffective, leading to the introduction of sodium valproate at a dose of 750 mg twice daily. The outcome was favorable with complete disappearance of abnormal movements within the first few days and no recurrence at one month of follow-up.