Atypical Presentation Of Paediatric Absence Seizure: EEG As A Diagnostic Tool

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  • R. KC Nepalgunj Medical College, Kohalpur, Nepal
  • R. Poudel Nepalgunj Medical College, Kohalpur, Nepal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/jpan.v10i1.40366

Keywords:

absence seizures, atypical presentation, electroencephalogram, spike and wave

Abstract

Absence seizures involve brief, sudden lapses of consciousness and are more common in children than in adults. We report a case of absence seizure in a girl with atypical presentation which was diagnosed by electroencephalogram. She responded well to sodium valproate. Detailed history, clinical examination and use of electroencephalogram for diagnosis is necessary especially when such atypical presentations are encountered.

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Author Biographies

R. KC, Nepalgunj Medical College, Kohalpur, Nepal

Lecturer, Department of Paediatrics

R. Poudel, Nepalgunj Medical College, Kohalpur, Nepal

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry

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Published

2021-10-14

How to Cite

KC, R., & Poudel, R. (2021). Atypical Presentation Of Paediatric Absence Seizure: EEG As A Diagnostic Tool. Journal of Psychiatrists' Association of Nepal, 10(1), 76–78. https://doi.org/10.3126/jpan.v10i1.40366

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 1 (2021)

Section

Case Report

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