Neonatal epilepsy includes a range of seizure disorders, including self-limited neonatal epilepsy, early myoclonic epileptic encephalopathy, and Ohtahara syndrome, which are often linked to underlying structural or genetic abnormalities. Seizures are common in neonates, particularly in the first month of life. Preterm infants are more likely to experience neonatal seizures compared to full-term infants. Approximately 15% of neonates with seizures are diagnosed with neonatal epilepsy syndromes, often due to underlying structural abnormalities or genetic causes. Neonatal seizures can be either provoked (occurring due to factors such as hypoxic-ischemic injury, infections, or other conditions) or unprovoked (often caused by structural brain abnormalities or genetic conditions).Diagnosing seizures in neonates is challenging and requires a thorough evaluation, including history, physical examination, laboratory tests, electroencephalography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Certain types of neonatal epilepsy are associated with the poorest neurodevelopmental outcomes. Early diagnosis and effective treatment are crucial for improving outcomes. Management focuses on identifying the underlying cause and using antiseizure medications (typically phenobarbital as first-line treatment). This activity reviews the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of neonatal epilepsy. This activity also provides healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge to effectively care for patients with neonatal epilepsy, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach and timely intervention, which can significantly improve prognosis.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/157384
- Start Date: 2024-12-01 06:00:00
- End Date: 2024-12-01 06:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Pediatrics, Hospital Medicine, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Neurology