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Nonconvulsive status epilepticus in elderly a possible diagnostic pitfall.

Linda Shavit¹, Tal Grenader, Ilia Galperin

¹Division of Internal Medicine and Geriatric Department, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel. lshavit@szmc.org.il

European Journal of Internal Medicine

|August 14, 2012

Summary

Nonconvulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) is often missed in the elderly. Prompt diagnosis with EEG and anticonvulsant treatment significantly improves mental status in older patients with NCSE.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Geriatrics

Background:

Nonconvulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) presents with subtle behavioral changes, often missed in the elderly.
Varied clinical presentations of NCSE contribute to diagnostic challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the prevalence, clinical characteristics, treatment, and outcomes of NCSE in geriatric patients.
To highlight the importance of recognizing NCSE in older adults.

Main Methods:

Prospective data collection from geriatric inpatients with unexplained mental status changes.
Diagnosis of NCSE confirmed by characteristic EEG findings and improvement after anticonvulsant therapy.

Main Results:

14 elderly patients (mean age 81) diagnosed with NCSE.
All patients exhibited altered consciousness (confusion, coma, stupor).
Anticonvulsant therapy led to prompt and significant improvement in EEG and mental status.

Conclusions:

High clinical suspicion and EEG are crucial for diagnosing NCSE in the elderly.
Anticonvulsant therapy offers significant benefits for elderly patients with NCSE, even with comorbidities.
EEG is vital for evaluating acute mental changes in the elderly, identifying this treatable condition.