[Article] When is a seizure not a seizure? Part 1 - the younger child

Paroxysmal non-epileptic (PNEs) events are common and occur in all age groups.  The key to diagnosis is a detailed history and careful observation, however a few can pose diagnostic challenges. Although the vast majority have a benign nature, they can be a source of parental anxiety and unnecessary investigations.   This review discusses the common PNEs which occur in infants and pre-school children, including a practical diagnostic approach.

Bakiker, M. & Prasad, M. 2015. When is a seizure not a seizure? Part 1 - the younger child. Archives of Disease in Childhood, Education & Practice 100 (6) p 295-296.

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[Article] When is a seizure not a seizure? Part 2 - the older child

Paroxysmal non-epileptic events (PNEs) refer to episodic changes in behaviour, sensation or consciousness that leads to unusual movements which may resemble epileptic seizures but are not.  This review discusses common PNEs presenting in school age children and adolescents, alongside the clinical approach to differentiate from the epileptic seizures.

Bakiker, M. & Prasad, M. 2015. When is a seizure not a seizure?  Part 2 - the older child.  Archives of Disease in Childhood, Education & Practice 100 (6) p 295-296.

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[Article] Neonatal seizures - part 1: not everything that jerks, stiffens and shakes is a fit.

The neonatal period is the most frequent time of life to have epileptic seizures.  However neonates can also exhibit unusual movements that are not epileptic seizures. This article reviews which neonatal movements are likely to be epileptic seizures and which are not, and discusses epileptic seizure classification.

Hart, A., Pilling, E. & James, J. P. 2015. Neonatal seizures - part 1: not everything that jerks, stiffens and shakes is a fit. Archives of Disease in Childhood Education & Practice, 100 p 170-175

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[New Book] Caring for children who have severe neurological impairment

Written by a US Paediatrician, for both parents and healthcare staff, the book provides detailed, practical diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to all aspects of caring for a child with severe neurological impairment.  Chapters include respiratory problems,  feeding difficulties, treatment of pain, spasticity, decision making and end of life care.  The book is written in a very accessible manner, with the aim to improve parent's knowledge and care.  Tables and key points summarise discussions while case studies and stories illustrate how different families approach decision making, communication, care plans and informed consent.  Useful for all staff caring for children with severe neurological impairment. 

Hauer, J. 2013.  Caring for children who have severe neurological impairment.  John Hopkins Press.

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