New-onset refractory status epilepticus
MONDO:0018199New-onset refractory status epilepticus is an acute encephalopathy with inflammation-mediated status epilepticus characterized by an acute refractory status epilepticus, typically of the tonic-clonic type, following prodromal symptoms of confusion, fever, fatigue, headache, symptoms of gastrointestinal or upper respiratory tract infection, behavioral changes or hallucinations. Brain MRI abnormalities and abnormal findings in CSF, including pleocytosis and/or elevated protein levels, are frequently found during acute episode. Treatment-resistant epilepsy, cognitive and psychiatric impairments are usual consequences.
Also known as: NORSE, Norse, De novo cryptogenic refractory multifocal febrile status epilepticus, New onset refractory status epilepticus
13 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can two arthritis drugs stop deadly brain seizures? major trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests two existing anti-inflammatory drugs, anakinra and tocilizumab, in 438 patients with NORSE, a rare condition causing continuous seizures that don't respond to standard treatments. Patients are randomly assigned to one drug within 7 days of illness, and re…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could induced hypothermia save brains after stubborn seizures?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether lowering body temperature to about 91°F for 24 hours improves brain recovery in adults with severe seizures that don't stop with standard medicines. About 466 people on breathing machines will be randomly assigned to cooling or normal temperature care. Th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Versailles Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Could earlier ketamine stop seizures faster?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving the drug ketamine earlier, along with midazolam, can stop prolonged seizures faster in adults. Researchers will compare early versus late ketamine timing in 50 patients with refractory status epilepticus. The goal is to see if earlier use shortens …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:24 UTC