Epilepsy in children Flashcards
(5 cards)
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What is an absence seizure?
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An absence seizure is a type of generalized non-motor seizure, characterized by a sudden, brief loss of awareness or staring, usually lasting 5–15 seconds, without warning and with rapid recovery
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What is the usual age of onset for typical absence seizures?
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Most commonly between ages 4 and 14 years
3
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What is the management for typical absence seizures in children according to NICE?
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1st line: Ethosuximide
sodium valproate or lamotrigine are alternatives if ethosuximide is unsuitable or not tolerated
4
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What are the typical symptoms of an absence seizure in children?
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Sudden behavioral arrest or blank stare, no response to external stimuli, and no postictal confusion
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