Abstract
Seizures in the neonatal period are practically always a symptom of an underlying illness. Quick diagnosis and treatment can be crucial to the outcome. A few aetiological factors account for most of the seizures. However, a significant number is caused by rare conditions such as metabolic or genetic disorders, and arriving at the right diagnosis can be challenging. Previous studies indicate, that a standardized algorithm clearly improves the diagnostic success. This article presents an overview of aetiological factors and an algorithm for a standardized work-up.
| Translated title of the contribution | Diagnosis of seizures in the neonatal period |
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| Original language | Danish |
| Article number | V04170297 |
| Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Volume | 180 |
| Issue number | 14 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| Publication status | Published - 2018 |