Non-convulsive Status Epilepticus and Non-convulsive Seizures in Neurological ICU Patients

Non-convulsive seizures (NCS) or non-convulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) has been reported in 8–20 % of critically ill patient populations, and delayed diagnosis and treatment of NCSE may lead to increased mortality. This study seeks to better understand the risk factors, characteristics, and outcome of NCS/NCSE in the neurological ICU. This is a prospective observational study, recruiting consecutive patients admitted to the adult neurological...