Bilateral Tonic Clonic Seizure With Focal Onset C0877017
Seizures that begin in one brain area and spread to both sides, causing muscle stiffening followed by jerking movements. Anticonvulsant medications are the primary treatment.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G43.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Focal onset seizure
Bilateral tonic-clonic seizure
Loss of consciousness
Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Postictal confusion
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Anti-epileptic drug therapy
First-line pharmacological management using appropriate anti-epileptic medications to achieve seizure control and prevent recurrence.
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Seizure trigger avoidance
Lifestyle modifications including sleep hygiene, stress management, and avoidance of known seizure precipitants.
Additional treatment options
Ketogenic diet therapy
High-fat, low-carbohydrate diet that may help reduce seizure frequency when medication alone is insufficient.
dietaryVagus nerve stimulation
Implantable device delivering electrical stimulation to vagus nerve to reduce seizure frequency in refractory cases.
procedureEEG and seizure monitoring
Continuous electroencephalographic monitoring to characterize seizure patterns and guide treatment optimization.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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