Absence seizures Flashcards

1
Q

Other name for absence seizures?

A

Petit mal

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2
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Are absence seizures classified as generalised or partial?

A

Generalised

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3
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Typical demographic for absence seizures

A

typical age of onset of 3-10 years

girls 2:1 boys

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4
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Describe a typical absense seizure pattern

A
  • last few seconds
  • quick recovery
  • children unaware they have had seizure
  • may be multiple per day
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5
Q

triggers of absence seizures?

A

hyperventilation
stress

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6
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Typical EEG pattern in absence seizure

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bilateral, symmetrical 3Hz spike and wave pattern

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7
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Typical treatment of absence seizures

A

1st Line:
- sodium valproate
- ethosuximide

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8
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What percentage of patients treated for absence seizures become seizure free in adolescence?

A

90-95%

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