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Seizure Prophylaxis After Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage.

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recommendations! Published in 2021 at "JAMA neurology"

DOI: 10.1001/jamaneurol.2021.2249

Abstract: Importance Limited evidence is available concerning optimal seizure prophylaxis after spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (sICH). Objective To evaluate which of 4 seizure prophylaxis strategies provides the greatest net benefit for patients with sICH. Design, Setting, and… read more here.

Keywords: risk; term; long term; seizure prophylaxis ... See more keywords
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Early Seizure Prophylaxis in Traumatic Brain Injuries Revisited: A Prospective Observational Study

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "World Journal of Surgery"

DOI: 10.1007/s00268-017-4373-0

Abstract: IntroductionPharmacological prophylaxis for early seizures following traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a recommendation in the Brain Trauma Foundation Guidelines. However, several studies have challenged the efficacy and safety of this practice, resulting in varied practice… read more here.

Keywords: prophylaxis group; study; prophylaxis; seizure prophylaxis ... See more keywords
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A Randomized Trial of Brief Versus Extended Seizure Prophylaxis After Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "Neurocritical Care"

DOI: 10.1007/s12028-017-0440-5

Abstract: BackgroundSeizures occur in 10–20% of patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), predominantly in the acute phase. However, anticonvulsant prophylaxis remains controversial, with studies suggesting a brief course may be adequate and longer exposure may be associated… read more here.

Keywords: trial; versus extended; prophylaxis; seizure prophylaxis ... See more keywords
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771 Levetiracetam Dosing for Seizure Prophylaxis in Neurocritical Care Patients

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recommendations! Published in 2023 at "Neurosurgery"

DOI: 10.1080/02699052.2023.2184495

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Levetiracetam has emerged as a safer alternative to phenytoin for seizure prophylaxis in patients presenting with subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) or traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, it remains unclear which Levetiracetam dosing regimen is most… read more here.

Keywords: seizure; tdd; levetiracetam dosing; 1000 tdd ... See more keywords
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Use of Levetiracetam for Post-Traumatic Seizure Prophylaxis in Combat-Related Traumatic Brain Injury.

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recommendations! Published in 2023 at "Military medicine"

DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usad192

Abstract: INTRODUCTION Post-traumatic seizure (PTS) prophylaxis is recommended in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) at high risk for PTSs, but consensus on the optimal pharmacologic therapy has not yet been established. Levetiracetam is frequently used… read more here.

Keywords: combat related; injury; seizure; seizure prophylaxis ... See more keywords
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Seizure Prophylaxis Guidelines Following Traumatic Brain Injury: An Evaluation of Compliance

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation"

DOI: 10.1097/htr.0000000000000243

Abstract: Objective: To determine degree of adherence to guidelines for seizure prophylaxis following traumatic brain injury (TBI). Setting: Tertiary care level 1 trauma center and affiliated inpatient rehabilitation facility. Participants: A total of 173 individuals with… read more here.

Keywords: traumatic brain; following traumatic; seizure prophylaxis; rehabilitation ... See more keywords
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Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Seizure Prophylaxis Among Adults After Acute Ischemic Stroke

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recommendations! Published in 2022 at "Stroke"

DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.122.039946

Abstract: Background: Older adults occasionally receive seizure prophylaxis in an acute ischemic stroke (AIS) setting, despite safety concerns. There are no trial data available about the net impact of early seizure prophylaxis on post-AIS survival. Methods:… read more here.

Keywords: seizure; per 1000; deaths per; stroke ... See more keywords
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Seizure prophylaxis in the neuroscience intensive care unit

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recommendations! Published in 2018 at "Journal of Intensive Care"

DOI: 10.1186/s40560-018-0288-6

Abstract: BackgroundSeizures are a considerable complication in critically ill patients. Their incidence is significantly high in neurosciences intensive care unit patients. Seizure prophylaxis with anti-epileptic drugs is a common practice in neurosciences intensive care unit. However,… read more here.

Keywords: seizure prophylaxis; care; care unit; intensive care ... See more keywords
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A systematic review of perioperative seizure prophylaxis during brain tumor resection: the case for a multicenter randomized clinical trial.

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "Neurosurgical focus"

DOI: 10.3171/2017.8.focus17442

Abstract: OBJECTIVE The majority of neurosurgeons administer antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) prophylactically for supratentorial tumor resection without clear evidence to support this practice. The putative benefit of perioperative seizure prophylaxis must be weighed against the risks of… read more here.

Keywords: seizure prophylaxis; tumor resection; seizure; perioperative seizure ... See more keywords
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Phenytoin as seizure prophylaxis in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation with busulfan conditioning

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recommendations! Published in 2022 at "Frontiers in Neurology"

DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.928550

Abstract: Background Phenytoin is widely used as primary seizure prophylaxis in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in patients undergoing myeloablative conditioning with busulfan. Because of the negative side effects of phenytoin, we abandoned phenytoin use in these… read more here.

Keywords: seizure; hematopoietic stem; phenytoin; seizure prophylaxis ... See more keywords
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Comparison of Efficacy and Safety of Levetiracetam Versus Phenytoin for Post-craniotomy Seizure Prophylaxis

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recommendations! Published in 2023 at "Medical Journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran"

DOI: 10.47176/mjiri.37.7

Abstract: Background: Superiority of levetiracetam over phenytoin for postcraniotomy seizure prophylaxis in patients with a supratentorial brain tumor is controversial. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of levetiracetam versus phenytoin for postcraniotomy seizure prophylaxis in supratentorial… read more here.

Keywords: phenytoin group; levetiracetam; group; phenytoin ... See more keywords