DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(G41.9) Status epilepticus, unspecified
More details coming soon
785 346 in individuals diagnosis status epilepticus, unspecified confirmed
41 918 deaths with diagnosis status epilepticus, unspecified
5% mortality rate associated with the disease status epilepticus, unspecified
Diagnosis status epilepticus, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 14.60% more likely than Women
449 993
Men receive the diagnosis status epilepticus, unspecified
19 545 (4.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
335 353
Women receive the diagnosis status epilepticus, unspecified
22 373 (6.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease status epilepticus, unspecified - Men and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features status epilepticus, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Status epilepticus, unspecified - what does this mean
Status epilepticus is a medical emergency in which a seizure lasts for more than five minutes or is recurrent without the person regaining consciousness in between episodes. it can be caused by an underlying medical condition, such as an infection, or by a drug overdose or withdrawal. it is a potentially life-threatening condition and requires immediate medical attention.
What happens during the disease - status epilepticus, unspecified
Status epilepticus is a medical emergency caused by a prolonged seizure or a series of seizures that occur without the individual regaining consciousness between episodes. it is a result of abnormal electrical activity in the brain that can lead to neuronal death and brain damage if left untreated. causes of status epilepticus can include head trauma, stroke, brain tumors, infections, metabolic abnormalities, drug toxicity, and withdrawal from certain medications. treatment includes the use of anticonvulsants, sedatives, and other medications to reduce and control the seizure activity.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Neurological examination
- CT scan of the brain
- EEG (electroencephalogram)
- Blood tests to check for infection, electrolyte imbalance, etc.
- Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to check for infection or inflammation of the brain or spinal cord
- MRI of the brain
- Urine tests to check for infection or other medical conditions
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To stop the seizure activity and prevent further seizures.
- Administer benzodiazepines such as lorazepam, diazepam, or midazolam
- Administer anticonvulsants such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, or valproic acid
- Administer intravenous fluids
- Administer antiepileptic drugs such as levetiracetam or topiramate
- Administer antispasmodic medications such as clonazepam or baclofen
- Administer corticosteroids such as methylprednisolone or prednisone
- Administer anesthetic agents such as propofol or ketamine
- Administer antiepileptic drugs such as levetiracetam or topiramate
- Administer antiepileptic drugs such as levetiracetam or topiramate
- Administer antiepileptic drugs such as levetiracetam or topiramate
- Monitor vital signs and oxygen saturation
- Provide supportive care such as oxygen supplementation, intubation, and mechanical ventilation
- Provide supportive care such as sedation, nutrition, and hydration
- Perform a comprehensive physical exam and neurological exam
- Perform laboratory tests such as complete blood count, electrolytes, and metabolic panel
- Perform imaging studies such as CT scan or MRI
- Consult with neurology and/or neurosurgery
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Status epilepticus, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent status epilepticus, unspecified is to take precautions to reduce the risk of seizures, such as avoiding triggers such as sleep deprivation, alcohol, and some medications, and taking prescribed antiepileptic drugs as directed. regular check-ups and monitoring of seizure activity is also recommended.