Infantile Spasms
Overview of Infantile Spasms
Infantile spasm is a condition where a specific type of seizure is seen among the infants and during the childhood period. It is also known as West Syndrome and commonly affects during the first year of life.
Signs and Symptoms of Infantile Spasms
Sudden/rapid/tonic contraction of trunk and limb musculature
Common Causes of Infantile Spasms
Hydrocephalus, Hydranencephaly, Sturge-Weber syndrome, Incontinentia pigmenti, Tuberous sclerosis, Trisomy 21, Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, Congenital infections, Trauma, Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, Meningitis, Encephalitis, Trauma, Intracranial hemorrhages, Mitochondrial encephalopathies, Meningitis, Encephalitis, Trauma
Risk Factors of Infantile Spasms
Antenatal infection, Prolong labour, Previous history of Trisomy 21
Investigation Techniques for Infantile Spasms
Complete blood count, Renal panel with electrolytes and glucose, Cerebrospinal fluid cultures, Lumbar puncture, CT scan, MRI, Electroencephalography
Treatment and Prevention of Infantile Spasms
Vigabatrin, Adrenocorticotrophic hormone or prednisolone, Ketogenic diet
Available Infantile Spasms Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
