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Early management of adults with an uncomplicated first generalised seizure
Abstract
A literature review of first seizures in adults was performed and a management algorithm was constructed. This review highlights the importance of a thorough history and examination, routine biochemistry and haematology, an electrocardiogram, selected neuroimaging, discharge planning with driving and lifestyle advice, and follow-up in a specialist clinic.
- ACEP, American College of Emergency Physicians
- CT, computer tomography
- DDA, Disability Discrimination Act
- DVLA, Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency
- ED, emergency department
- ECG, electrocardiogram
- EEG, electroencephalogram
- FIRST Group, First Seizure Trial Group
- GGT, gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase
- MCV, mean cell volume
- MESS, Medical Research Council Multicentre Study of Early Epliepsy and Single Seizure
- MRI, magnetic resonance imaging
- SIGN, Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network
- seizure
- guideline
- adult
- emergency medicine
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