Status Epilepticus – A Neurologic Emergency (2022) Patrick J. Coppler

Description

An overview of status epilepticus (SE), a life-threatening neurologic emergency. It covers the definition (prolonged seizures >5-10 minutes), pathophysiology, diagnostic evaluation (including EEG monitoring), and rapid treatment protocols, focusing on initial administration of benzodiazepines and management of refractory SE, particularly in critical care and emergency settings.