Ictal Bigeminy

Seizures can influence cardiac autonomic function and cause abnormalities in the electrocardiogram (EKG). 1 A case of stereotypical bigeminy during left temporal lobe seizures recorded in the epilepsy monitoring unit is presented. The mechanism is likely due to spread of the ictal discharge to prima...

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Published inClinical EEG and neuroscience Vol. 41; no. 3; pp. 140 - 142
Main Authors Widdess-Walsh, P., Nair, D.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.07.2010
SAGE PUBLICATIONS, INC
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Adult
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Electrocardiography
Electroencephalography
Epilepsy
Epilepsy, Temporal Lobe - physiopathology
Female
Heart Conduction System - physiopathology
Humans
Seizures - physiopathology
Sinuses
Electroencephalography
Seizure
Arrythmia Bigeminy
Partial Epilepsy
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Summary:Seizures can influence cardiac autonomic function and cause abnormalities in the electrocardiogram (EKG). 1 A case of stereotypical bigeminy during left temporal lobe seizures recorded in the epilepsy monitoring unit is presented. The mechanism is likely due to spread of the ictal discharge to primary visceromotor regions in the left insula (Island of Reil). This case illustrates the potential influence of ictal brain activity on cardiac electrophysiology.
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ISSN:1550-0594
2169-5202
DOI:10.1177/155005941004100306