Concussive convulsions

Febrile Convulsions

DEFINITION OF SIMPLE FEBRILE CONVULSIONS In order to appreciate current concepts of febrile convulsions, it is important to consider briefly some of the views expressed by earlier investigators. One of the earliest references to the condition is that of Husler (1921) who stated that febrile convulsions were not related to epilepsy. Faxen (1935) and Herlitz (1942) both agreed that children with ...

A Case of Convulsions

as a result of which he opened his mouth, looked terrified and began to shiver. Since then he had three ?| four attacks of shivering with convulsions and transien loss of consciousness. Previous history revealed that the boy was moj mischievous and disobedient than others of his age. -fj is said to have been forecasting the weather correctly for the last few years. In fact the neighbours had co...

The molecular pathophysiology of concussive brain injury.

Concussion or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is a condition that affects hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide. Understanding the pathophysiology of this disorder can help manage its acute and chronic repercussions. Immediately following mTBI, there are several metabolic, hemodynamic, structural, and electric changes that alter normal cerebral function. These alterations can increase ...

Convulsions and television viewing.

Factors affecting the two-stage equilibration rebreathing procedure for the measurement of mixed venous Pco2 are discussed. The most important practical conclusion is that the volume of gas in the bag should not be more than twice the tidal volume; but the exact ratio is not critical. Suitable equipment is described. Practical problems and variations in technique are described in detail. We are...

Case of Puerperal Convulsions