Successful management of super‐refractory status epilepticus with thalamic deep brain stimulation
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DOI: 10.1002/ana.24821
Abstract: Super‐refractory status epilepticus is a condition characterized by recurrence of status epilepticus despite use of deep general anesthesia, and it has high morbidity and mortality rates. We report a case of a 17‐year‐old boy with… read more here.
Keywords: status; refractory status; deep brain; stimulation ... See more keywords
Brexanolone as adjunctive therapy in super‐refractory status epilepticus
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DOI: 10.1002/ana.25008
Abstract: Super‐refractory status epilepticus (SRSE) is a life‐threatening form of status epilepticus that continues or recurs despite 24 hours or more of anesthetic treatment. We conducted a multicenter, phase 1/2 study in SRSE patients to evaluate… read more here.
Keywords: status; brexanolone adjunctive; refractory status; status epilepticus ... See more keywords
Serial magnetic resonance study in super refractory status epilepticus: progressive involvement of striatum and pallidus is a possible predictive marker of negative outcome
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DOI: 10.1007/s10072-017-3007-5
Abstract: Super refractory status epilepticus (SRSE) is a life-threatening condition in which seizures do not respond to third-line anticonvulsant drug therapy. SRSE is associated with high mortality. How often SRSE occurs, what are the risk factors… read more here.
Keywords: status; refractory status; study; status epilepticus ... See more keywords
Quantitative EEG-Based Seizure Estimation in Super-Refractory Status Epilepticus
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DOI: 10.1007/s12028-021-01395-x
Abstract: The objective of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of seizure burden in patients with super-refractory status epilepticus (SRSE) by using quantitative electroencephalography (qEEG). EEG recordings from 69 patients with SRSE (2009–2019) were reviewed… read more here.
Keywords: eeg; qeeg experts; refractory status; seizure ... See more keywords
Treatment of Refractory and Super-refractory Status Epilepticus
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DOI: 10.1007/s13311-018-0640-5
Abstract: Refractory and super-refractory status epilepticus (SE) are serious illnesses with a high risk of morbidity and even fatality. In the setting of refractory generalized convulsive SE (GCSE), there is ample justification to use continuous infusions… read more here.
Keywords: refractory status; refractory super; treatment; status epilepticus ... See more keywords
Ketamine for Refractory Status Epilepticus: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.1007/s40263-018-0569-6
Abstract: BackgroundKetamine is an emerging third-line medication for refractory status epilepticus, a medical and neurological emergency requiring prompt and appropriate treatment. Owing to its pharmacological properties, ketamine represents a practical alternative to conventional anaesthetics.ObjectiveThe objective of… read more here.
Keywords: status epilepticus; ketamine; status; refractory status ... See more keywords
Uric acid is a useful marker to differentiate between responsive and refractory status epilepticus
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2019.105454
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Early recognition of refractory status epilepticus (RSE) is essential to select an appropriate treatment strategy and is closely associated with the outcome. Only few studies of RSE biomarkers exist; hence, we investigated the serum… read more here.
Keywords: status epilepticus; uric acid; status; refractory status ... See more keywords
Ureaplasma parvum causes hyperammonemia presenting as refractory status epilepticus after kidney transplant.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2020.02.003
Abstract: PURPOSE Alert intensivists about the diagnostic pitfalls arising from hyperammonemia due to Ureaplasma infections in post-transplant patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Clinical observation of one patient. CASE REPORT A 65-year-old female with a medical history of… read more here.
Keywords: status epilepticus; kidney transplant; transplant; refractory status ... See more keywords
Tocilizumab in pediatric refractory status epilepticus and acute epilepsy: Experience in two patients
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jneuroim.2019.577142
Abstract: There is growing evidence for inflammation as a cause and/or consequence of seizures in epilepsy as certain inflammatory biomarkers are elevated. Interleukin (IL)-6, with pro-inflammatory and epileptogenic effects, can perpetuate seizures. Clinical and experimental data… read more here.
Keywords: epilepsy; refractory status; status epilepticus; pediatric refractory ... See more keywords
New Developments in Refractory Status Epilepticus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.nec.2017.11.006
Abstract: Status epilepticus (SE) is a medical emergency and presents with either a continuous prolonged seizure or multiple seizures without full recovery of consciousness in between them. The goals of treatment are prompt recognition, early seizure… read more here.
Keywords: status; refractory status; developments refractory; status epilepticus ... See more keywords
Successful Treatment of Refractory Status Epilepticus Using Anterior Thalamic Nuclei Deep Brain Stimulation.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2016.11.097
Abstract: BACKGROUND Refractory status epilepticus (RSE) is considered a medical emergency in neurology and is related to high mortality. We report a successfully treated case of RSE using deep brain stimulation (DBS) at the anterior thalamic… read more here.
Keywords: refractory status; deep brain; treatment; status epilepticus ... See more keywords