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The AHA/ACC/ACCP/ACEP/CHEST/SCAI/SHM/SIR/SVM/SVN published a de novo guideline providing recommendations for evaluation, management, and follow-up of adults patients with PE. This post summarizes these new guidelines.
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Non-convulsive status epilepticus
Underdiagnosed and associated with significant morbidity/mortality
Major risk factor is convulsive status/history of seizure
Look at eyes, face, fingers, feet for subtle movements -> If present, patient seizing
Be concerned if patient remains post ictal/does not improve for significant time
Treatment: Benzos + anti-seizure meds
Major risk factor is convulsive status/history of seizure
Look at eyes, face, fingers, feet for subtle movements -> If present, patient seizing
Be concerned if patient remains post ictal/does not improve for significant time
Treatment: Benzos + anti-seizure meds
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