Status epilepticus (SE) is a major clinical problem, frequently occurring in childhood, with a high potential for morbidity. The condition is subdivided into convulsive and nonconvulsive forms

Status epilepticus (SE) is a major clinical problem, frequently occurring in childhood, with a high potential for morbidity. The condition is subdivided into convulsive and nonconvulsive forms (CSE and NCSE, respectively), and the seizures can be generalized or partial. .

• Status epilepticus (SE) is a major clinical problem, frequently occurring in childhood, with a high potential for morbidity. The condition is subdivided into convulsive and nonconvulsive forms (CSE and NCSE, respectively), and the seizures can be generalized or partial. .

NCSE has traditionally been considered to occur less frequently and to be less harmful than CSE. Increasing evidence, however, indicates that NCSE is under diagnosed, particularly in children, and might not be as benign as was previously thought.

• NCSE has traditionally been considered to occur less frequently and to be less harmful than CSE. Increasing evidence, however, indicates that NCSE is under diagnosed, particularly in children, and might not be as benign as was previously thought.