Leaking the Diagnosis: A Case of Convulsive Status Epilepticus Due to Intracranial Hypotension
ConclusionsIH is an under-recognized cause of seizure following the spinal or cranial surgery, lumbar puncture, or spinal anesthesia. Proposed mechanisms include traction on cortical structures, increased cerebral blood flow, and cortical irritation secondary to subdural hygromas.
Source: Neurocritical Care - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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