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Focal and generalized onset seizures in children post-COVID (Omicron) recovery: 3 clinical case reports

Tal Bechor Ariel1, Ben Ariel1, Michael Ben-Acon1

  • 1Laniado Medical Center, Divrei Haim 16, Netanya, Israel.

Epilepsy & Behavior Reports
|June 8, 2023
PubMed

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Three young boys experienced seizures weeks after COVID-19 recovery, with no prior epilepsy history. This suggests a potential link between COVID-19 infection and subsequent neurological complications in children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Viral Neuro-inflammation

Background:

  • The emergence of COVID-19 has raised concerns about its potential long-term neurological effects.
  • Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures.
  • Pediatric populations may exhibit unique responses to viral infections.

Observation:

  • Three male children aged 4-7 years presented with new-onset seizures.
  • Seizure episodes occurred 2-4 weeks post-COVID-19 recovery, without fever.
  • All patients had no prior history of epilepsy or significant neurological conditions.

Findings:

  • Common characteristics were identified among the three pediatric cases.
  • The clinical presentation suggests a possible association between COVID-19 and seizure disorders.
  • These findings highlight a potential predisposition to neurological complications following SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Implications:

  • Further research is warranted to elucidate the mechanisms linking COVID-19 to pediatric seizures.
  • This observation may inform clinical vigilance for neurological sequelae in children post-COVID-19.
  • Understanding these associations is crucial for managing post-infectious neurological complications.

Keywords:
COVID-19ComplicationsLong COVIDPediatricsSeizures

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