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
16 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 8 tagged with New-onset refractory status epilepticus itself.
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Can a gentle brain current halt stubborn seizures?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether targeted transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can help stop refractory status epilepticus — a life-threatening condition where seizures don't stop with standard drugs. About 32 people aged 14 to 80 with this condition will receive either real tD…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain wave battle: deeper suppression may halt post-arrest seizures
Disease control Recruiting nowAfter a cardiac arrest, some patients develop seizures that do not respond to standard treatment. This trial tests whether putting the brain into a deeper state of electrical silence — called burst suppression — can stop those seizures better than the usual approach of only suppr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC