Overview
Status epilepticus is a common pediatric emergency. Our treatment algorithm is outlined here. Appendix A contains our neonatal seizure algorithm. Appendix B contains the recommended investigations. It is recommended these investigations be considered in conjunction with those indicated in our Encephalitis document.
Most Recent References
Levetiracetam Versus Phenytoin or Fosphenytoin for Second-Line Treatment of Pediatric Status Epilepticus: A Meta-Analysis. Jennifer Ann Klowak, Mark Hewitt, Vanessa Catenacci, Mark Duffett, Bram Rochwerg, Kevin Jones, Karen Choong. Pediatr Crit Care Med. 2021 Mar 10
Dietary Management of Children With Super-Refractory StatusEpilepticus: A Systematic Review and Experience in a Single UK Tertiary Centre. Schoeler NE, Simpson Z, Zhou R, Pujar S, Eltze C, Cross JH.Front Neurol. 2021 Mar 12;12:643105.
Pharmacotherapy for Pediatric Convulsive Status Epilepticus. Singh A, Stredny CM, Loddenkemper T. CNS Drugs. 2020 Jan;34(1):47-63.