AI Article Synopsis
- Seizures affect 4% to 10% of children under 16, making it a common neurological issue that needs careful diagnosis and classification.
- Emergency care aims to stabilize the patient, stop the seizure, and identify the cause of the seizure.
- Long-term treatment options vary and depend on correct diagnosis, considering the benefits and side effects of medications.
Article Abstract
Seizures are a common neurologic problem in childhood affecting 4% to 10% of children before the age of 16 years. Seizures must be differentiated from other childhood disorders and correctly classified with regard to type. Emergency treatment focuses on patient stabilization, termination of seizure activity, and determination of seizure cause. Various long-term treatment modalities exist. Appropriate treatment depends on accurate diagnosis and knowledge of medication side effects and benefits.
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