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Complex partial status epilepticus (CPSE) can mimic stroke, presenting as altered consciousness. Prompt EEG diagnosis and diazepam treatment effectively resolved CPSE in a patient whose symptoms initially suggested a cerebrovascular event.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurophysiology

Background:

  • Complex partial status epilepticus (CPSE) can present with neurological deficits that mimic acute cerebrovascular insults, posing diagnostic challenges.
  • Differentiating CPSE from stroke is critical for appropriate and timely management.

Observation:

  • A patient admitted with confusion and unresponsiveness exhibited neurological signs suggestive of a cerebrovascular event.
  • Electroencephalography (EEG) revealed high-voltage, paroxysmal activity localized to the left hemisphere, particularly temporoccipital regions, with contralateral spread.

Findings:

  • Intravenous diazepam administration resulted in the resolution of both clinical symptoms and EEG abnormalities within 24 hours.
  • Post-treatment EEG showed residual medium-voltage slow wave activity in the left temporal regions.

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Implications:

  • CPSE should be strongly considered in the differential diagnosis of prolonged impairment of consciousness, especially when cerebrovascular insult is suspected.
  • Accurate and timely EEG recordings are essential for the correct diagnosis of CPSE in ambiguous clinical presentations.
  • This case highlights the efficacy of prompt EEG interpretation and benzodiazepine treatment in managing CPSE.