Abstract
Status epilepticus is a neurological emergency requiring prompt pharmacological intervention. Recent advances in the treatment of this condition include the introduction of treatment algorithms that are tailored more specifically to clinical situations, a trend towards more aggressive therapies if initial treatment with front-line agents fail, and a better understanding of the role of treatment for patients in status epilepticus in the out-of-hospital setting.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Animals
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Anticonvulsants / pharmacokinetics
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Anticonvulsants / therapeutic use*
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GABA Modulators / pharmacokinetics
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GABA Modulators / therapeutic use*
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Half-Life
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Humans
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Lorazepam / pharmacokinetics
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Lorazepam / therapeutic use*
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Meta-Analysis as Topic
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Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
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Status Epilepticus / drug therapy*
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Status Epilepticus / epidemiology
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United States / epidemiology
Substances
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Anticonvulsants
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GABA Modulators
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Lorazepam