What are the cause of seizure/convulsion in pregnancy?
Causes of seizure/convulsion in pregnancy
- Epilepsy
- Cerebral neoplasm
- Cerebral haemorrhage
- Eclampsia
- Haemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets (HELLP)
- Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Cerebral vein thrombosis secondary to hyperviscosity
- Hypoglycemia
- Electrolyte disturbances associated with hyperemesis gravidarum
- Stroke
Source:
- Clinics in Obstetrics - 623
- Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine 23rd Edition; page: 1275
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