Basilar-type migraine: An overlooked cause of loss of consciousness in pediatric emergency rooms

Basilar-type migraine (BTM) is a rare type of migraine characterized by brainstem aura such as vertigo, dysarthria, diplopia, and a decreased level of consciousness.1 The protean characteristic of BTM can confuse pediatricians in emergency rooms (ERs), particularly when patients present with a loss of consciousness (LOC) for the first time. Herein, we report the cases of two patients who were brought to the ER because of LOC. After a series of examinations, they ultimately received a diagnosis of BTM.
Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research