Articles Tagged With: Seizures
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Diagnosing, Differentiating, and Managing Status Epilepticus
Pediatric seizures are a common acute care visit. Recognizing seizures, including the more subtle presentations, is critical for instituting appropriate, timely treatment to improve patient care. An awareness of a stepwise approach to seizure management will assist providers and optimize outcomes.
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Contraceptive Injection Mix-Up Leads to Unwanted Birth, $10 Million Verdict
There are two principal ramifications arising from this decision that relate to a healthcare provider’s failure to adhere to the accepted standard of contraceptive care. First, a patient’s reason for seeking reproductive healthcare does not limit the scope of a negligent provider’s liability as a matter of state law.
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Researchers Explore Connections Between Epilepsy and Postpartum Anxiety, Depression
Clinicians should monitor for signs of depression among patients with epilepsy who are pregnant or patients who are thinking about conceiving.
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Risk Factors and Outcomes for Post-Traumatic Seizures After Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
Using data collected from an Australian registry, a population-based cohort study identified risk factors for early post-traumatic seizures (EPS), associated morbidity and mortality, and contribution to development of post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE). EPS were associated with significant in-hospital morbidity, poorer outcomes, and increased risk of mortality at 24 months of follow-up. Patients with EPS had a higher risk of developing PTE.
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Risk Factors and Outcomes for Post-Traumatic Seizures After Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
Using data collected from an Australian registry, a population-based cohort study identified risk factors for early post-traumatic seizures (EPS), associated morbidity and mortality, and contribution to development of post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE). EPS were associated with significant in-hospital morbidity, poorer outcomes, and increased risk of mortality at 24 months of follow-up. Patients with EPS had a higher risk of developing PTE.
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The Effect of Epilepsy on Patients with Brain Tumors
Cancer cells form direct synapses with neurons, whose electrical activity stimulates brain tumor growth. Accumulating evidence suggests that epilepsy enhances the proliferation of malignant brain tumors and that improved management of epilepsy may reduce morbidity and mortality in these patients.
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Treatment of Seizures After Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage
The reported incidence of post-stroke seizures varies and appears to have a higher incidence following hemorrhagic stroke. Post-stroke seizures have been associated with a greater length of hospitalization, increased mortality, and complications. This study compared four seizure prophylaxis strategies to determine the greatest net benefit for patients with spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage. There was a better outcome with short-term antiepileptic medication use compared to long-term use.
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Efficacy and Safety of Cannabidiol in Treatment of Focal Seizures Associated with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Cannabidiol used as an add-on therapy for intractable focal seizures in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex was efficacious. Cannabidiol also had an acceptable adverse event profile, but frequently induced transient elevation of liver enzymes.
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Even Moderate COVID-19 Cases Can Cause Serious Neurological Problems
Strokes, seizures, and movement disorders just a few complications observed.
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Epilepsy 2020: At the Crossroads of Telemedicine and Smartphone Technology
In this study, the investigators show the diagnostic value of video smartphone technology with regard to a seizure diagnosis as well as the ability of smartphone video to help distinguish epileptic seizures from nonepileptic events.