Postictal vertebral fractures: Incidence, risk factors, and clinical outcomes. A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Vertebral fractures in postictal patients with no prior acute or chronic trauma history are rare but can lead to severe neurological complications if missed during the initial evaluation.

Research question

What are the prevalence and risk factors associated with vertebral fractures? What are the characteristics of these fractures in terms of their location, severity, and clinical outcome?

Materials and methods

A comprehensive literature search using MeSH terms was conducted. Data from previously published studies and three new cases from the authors' institution were collected. The variables included demographic information, seizure history, medical comorbidities, fracture characteristics, and treatment details. Descriptive statistics summarize the data.

SUBMITTER: Manrique-Guzman S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11602998 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature