Fatal ascending tonic-clonic seizure syndrome.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A fatal case of ascending tonic-clonic seizure (ATCS) syndrome resulted from the inadvertent, unrecognized use of a hyperosmolar ionic contrast agent during myelography. The patient presented with lower-extremity myoclonic jerking, agitation, hyperthermia, rhabdomyolysis, and disseminated intravascular coagulation. Emergency physicians must be cognizant of this unique toxidrome to initiate early, aggressive care.
Medical subject headings
- Contrast Media
- Diatrizoate
- Epilepsy, Generalized
- Medical Errors