How I Treat Status Epilepticus
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Seizures are a common and potentially devastating clinical problem in small animal practice. Epidemiologic studies indicate that epilepsy affects approximately 5% of the canine population, and 60% of canine epileptics will experience status epilepticus (SE) or other emergent seizure semiology in their lifetime. Seizures disorders, including status epilepticus, are among the most common presenting signs in animals admitted to veterinary hospitals on an emergency basis.
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