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[Epilepsy and pregnancy]

P Bozhinov, S Bozhinova

    Akusherstvo I Ginekologiia
    |October 15, 1998
    PubMed
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    This case study highlights a pregnant woman with epilepsy experiencing uncontrolled seizures. Precise adjustment of anticonvulsant medication during pregnancy is crucial for managing epilepsy effectively.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Obstetrics
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Epilepsy management during pregnancy presents unique challenges.
    • Long-term anticonvulsant therapy (barbiturates, carbamazepines) in a 22-year-old pregnant patient.
    • Patient had a 10-year history of epilepsy prior to pregnancy.

    Observation:

    • Hospitalized at 9 months gestation due to 5 grand mal seizures in one day.
    • Observed Jacksonian seizures progressing to generalized seizures with left-sided hemiparesis.
    • Electroencephalogram (EEG) indicated an epileptic focus in the right hemisphere's sensomotor region.
    • Computed tomography (CT) showed no pathological changes; fetal sonography and cardiotocography revealed no gross anomalies.

    Findings:

    • Initiated therapy with carbamazepine, valproate, and mannitol.

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  • Emergency Cesarean section performed on the seventh day of therapy, delivering a viable fetus (2020g, 43cm).
  • Patient required artificial ventilation for three days post-operation.
  • Discharged on the twentieth day with maintenance anticonvulsant therapy.

    • Implications:

    • Pregnancy's effect on epilepsy can be unpredictable.
    • Close monitoring and precise titration of anticonvulsant dosages are essential for seizure control in pregnant epilepsy patients.
    • This case underscores the importance of individualized treatment strategies for epilepsy during gestation.