Evaluation of role of computed tomography scan brain in children with generalized seizures

Authors

  • G S Chaudhary
  • V Chaudhary

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32677/IJCH.2016.v03.i01.008

Keywords:

Computed tomography scan, Generalized seizures, Brain imaging, children

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the role of computed tomography (CT) scan brain in children over the age of 1 year with generalized seizures. Design: Prospective, hospital-based study. Materials and Methods: Children of 1-12 years presenting with generalized seizures in pediatric outpatient department and emergencies were subjected for CT scan brain with contrast along with other appropriate investigations after stabilization. Results: A total of 101 cases of children with generalized seizures underwent CT scan brain, 36 cases (35.64%) were found to have CT brain abnormalities. Conclusion: CT brain should be considered in children with generalized seizures in health care settings where magnetic resonance imaging is either unavailable or unaffordable.

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Published

2016-03-26

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Original Articles

How to Cite

Evaluation of role of computed tomography scan brain in children with generalized seizures. (2016). Indian Journal of Child Health, 3(1), 36-38. https://doi.org/10.32677/IJCH.2016.v03.i01.008