متلازمة كلاين ليفين

Abstract EN

Kleine–levin syndrome is a rare disorder with symptoms that include periodic, sudden-onset episodes of hypersomnia, cognitive and behavioral disturbances (96%), changes and eating disturbances (80%), hypersexuality (43%).

This syndrome happened mostly in men (68%) and occurred sporadically worldwide.

The median age of onset is adolescent.

It was precipitated most frequently by infections (38.2%).

The prognosis is generally benign, with almost complete remission with normal cognitive and social functions after the episodes.

The aim of this case report is to present a typical case of Kleine–Levin, and to illustrate problems in differential diagnosis, history, course, and therapeutic, neuropsychological sequela after the episode of the illness.

Further research in the natural history of kleine-levin syndrome is needed.

Lithium and carbamazepine or other antiepileptics had a higher reported response rate (41%) for stopping relapses.

It is important that the diagnosis is suspected early, especially in adolescent males who present with recurrent episodes of somnolence, increased appetite, and abnormal behavior.