Febrile seizures

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 29, 2026

Multi-system Monitoring for Identification of Seizures, Arrhythmias and Apnea in Conscious Restrained Rabbits
10:25

Multi-system Monitoring for Identification of Seizures, Arrhythmias and Apnea in Conscious Restrained Rabbits

Published on: March 27, 2021

N E Bharucha1, E P Bharucha, A E Bharucha

  • 1Neuroepidemiology Department, Bombay Hospital, Medical Research Center, India.

Neuroepidemiology
|January 1, 1991
PubMed

Insights

This study screened 14,010 people in India for neurological diseases, finding a prevalence of 17.7 per 1,000 for febrile seizures in children under 14. The findings suggest febrile seizure frequency may be similar globally.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Febrile seizures are common in childhood, but prevalence data from developing countries is limited.
  • Previous assumptions suggested higher rates in developed nations, but evidence remains scarce.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of neurological diseases, specifically febrile seizures, in a community in India.
  • To compare the incidence of febrile seizures in a developing country with data from developed nations.

Main Methods:

  • A door-to-door survey screened 14,010 individuals using a validated questionnaire for neurological conditions.
  • Neurologists confirmed diagnoses using established criteria for individuals identified through screening.
  • The study focused on children under 14 years old within the surveyed population.

Main Results:

  • The prevalence of febrile seizures among 1,581 children under 14 was 17.7 per 1,000 population (28 cases).
  • The study identified 19 boys and 9 girls with febrile seizures.
  • This is the first prevalence study of febrile seizures conducted in India.

Conclusions:

  • The prevalence of febrile seizures in this Indian community is comparable to rates reported in developed countries.
  • Contrary to expectations, the frequency of febrile seizures does not appear to differ significantly between developing and developed nations.

More Related Videos

A Behavioral Screen for Heat-Induced Seizures in Mouse Models of Epilepsy06:58

A Behavioral Screen for Heat-Induced Seizures in Mouse Models of Epilepsy

Published on: July 12, 2021

Electromagnetic Source Imaging in Presurgical Evaluation of Children with Drug-Resistant Epilepsy09:57

Electromagnetic Source Imaging in Presurgical Evaluation of Children with Drug-Resistant Epilepsy

Published on: September 20, 2024

Related Concept Videos

Types of Fever01:25

Types of Fever

Fever can be triggered by several factors, including infections, nervous system disorders, certain cancers, blood diseases like leukemia, embolism, thrombosis, heatstroke, dehydration, surgical trauma, crushing injuries, and allergic reactions.
Here are the different types of fever:
Epilepsy and Seizures: Overview01:24

Epilepsy and Seizures: Overview

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease marked by recurrent, unpredictable seizures. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, leading to behavior, sensation, or consciousness alterations. They can also cause transient impairment of awareness, interfering with daily activities.
Various factors can trigger epilepsy, including genetic factors, brain damage, metabolic causes, and unknown etiology. Diagnosis of epilepsy involves electroencephalography (EEG), which...
Seizures: Classification01:13

Seizures: Classification

Epilepsy is primarily characterized by unpredictable seizures, either provoked by an identifiable factor, such as injury or illness, or unprovoked, occurring spontaneously without apparent cause.
Seizures are typically classified into two main categories: focal and generalized seizures.
Focal Seizures
Focal seizures originate from specific regions of the brain. These seizures are further sub-classified into two types:
Seizures l: Introduction01:20

Seizures l: Introduction

Understanding seizures and epilepsy relies on key definitions that help in recognizing, classifying, and managing these disorders. These definitions provide a framework for recognizing, classifying, and managing seizure disorders.DefinitionsA seizure is a sudden, abnormal burst of electrical activity in the brain that can cause changes in awareness, movement, sensation, or behavior, depending on the area involved. Epilepsy is a chronic condition characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures,...
Seizures ll: Types01:19

Seizures ll: Types

Seizures are sudden bursts of abnormal electrical discharge in the brain that interfere with normal function. They are commonly divided into three groups: focal seizures, generalized seizures, and other types that do not fit neatly into either category.Focal SeizuresFocal seizures begin in a single brain region. When awareness is preserved, they are called focal aware seizures and may cause sensations such as tingling, unusual smells, or flashing lights. When awareness is impaired, they are...
Epilepsy ll: Types01:22

Epilepsy ll: Types

Recurrent seizures, stemming from abnormal electrical activity in the brain, are the defining characteristic of epilepsy, a chronic neurological condition. Because seizure features vary greatly, epilepsy is classified using two systems: by seizure type and by epilepsy syndromes. These classifications enable clinicians to describe seizure patterns and select suitable treatment strategies.I. Classification by Seizure Type1. Focal EpilepsyFocal epilepsy begins in one hemisphere of the brain.