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Reflex seizures in Down syndrome

S M Pueschel1, S Louis

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University School of Medicine, Providence 02903.

Child'S Nervous System : Chns : Official Journal of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery
|February 1, 1993
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This study describes a unique patient with Down syndrome experiencing reflex seizures triggered by sound. Carbamazepine effectively controlled these seizures, highlighting a potential treatment avenue.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Genetics
  • Clinical Case Study

Background:

  • Down syndrome is a genetic disorder associated with various neurological complications.
  • Reflex seizures, triggered by specific stimuli, are rare but documented neurological events.

Observation:

  • A unique case of a patient with Down syndrome presenting with recurrent reflex seizures over 3.5 years is detailed.
  • Seizures were consistently precipitated by auditory stimuli, such as loud noises, and associated with posterior neck discomfort.
  • Electroencephalogram video telemetry was crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Findings:

  • The patient experienced brief seizures (10-20 seconds) without aura or postictal phase, triggered by auditory stimuli.
  • Administration of Carbamazepine led to complete seizure control.

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  • The underlying cause of the reflex seizures in this Down syndrome patient remained undetermined.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of considering reflex seizures in individuals with Down syndrome.
    • Effective seizure control was achieved with Carbamazepine, suggesting its potential utility in similar cases.
    • Further research may be needed to elucidate the specific mechanisms underlying reflex seizures in this population.