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The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
continues, the more refractory ... #Management #Neurology ... #CriticalCare # ... #Epilepticus #Refractory ... #Seizures #Algorithm
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) - Diagnosis
Clinical Features:
 • Altered mental status (Either lethargy, confusion, or
Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES ... agitation) • Seizures ... constant, global, and refractory ... Immunomodulatory meds ... #Neurology
Management of status epilepticus

Big thanks to Dr. Grossman, one of MetroHealth's neurocritical care attendings for his
MH/CCF/CWRU EM Res ... epilepticus #Management #Seizure ... #Algorithm #CriticalCare ... #Neurology
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
• Headache • Seizures ... may precede the neurologic ... Diagnosis: 1. ... : Treat with AEDs ... #management #neurology
Approach to Headaches - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Red flags (PHANTOMS):
 • Pattern change, progressively worse, papilledema
 •
- Differential Diagnosis ... Algorithm Red ... status, analgesics refractory ... fever, myalgia), seizures ... #Algorithm #neurology
Management of Convulsive Status Epilepticus in children
Stabilization Phase (Seizure 0-5 minutes):
 • Check and maintain ABC
Stabilization Phase (Seizure ... Refractory Status ... #Management #neurology ... #pediatrics #peds ... #algorithm
MGH Status Epilepticus Treatment Protocol
1st line (seizures ongoing for 5-10 mins): 
 - Lorazepam 4mg IV
Protocol 1st line (seizures ... min (need EKG pre ... (30 - 60 mins) REFRACTORY ... Treatment #Protocol #algorithm ... #neurology #management