Non-convulsive epilepsy is characterized by an ongoing or intermittent seizure activity without convulsions for a duration of 5 to 10 mins without gaining consciousness in between the attacks. The diagnosis and treatment of non-convulsive epilepsy depend on many variables. Although this condition was originally described in the patients with chronic epilepsy, it may also be seen in other critically ill patients.
This article will provide you insights on the classification and the management of non-convulsive epilepsy. The classification of non-convulsive epilepsy is based on the causative factors, clinical features, and the level of consciousness. Based on these criteria, the following classification is given: Typical absence status epilepticus (ASE): Typical ASE is almost always seen in known cases of genetic generalized epilepsy and is characterized by a bilaterally synchronous spike…
