Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
The inaugural occurrence of febrile convulsion (FC) typically manifests in individuals ranging from 6 months to 5 years of age, frequently instigated by a sudden escalation in body temperature resulting from infections. The primary objective was to assess the determinants linked to the initial onset of febrile seizure amidst children within our study population. A cross‐sectional examination was conducted, encompassing children displaying fever and convulsions aged between 6‐60 months, meeting the specified criteria defining febrile convulsion in accordance with AAP guidelines and enrolled in the experimental group. Comprehensive demographic data, exhaustive medical history, thorough physical examination, along with essential investigations to pinpoint the underlying cause of fever, were meticulously carried out and documented. Statistical analysis was executed utilizing SPSS software. The research cohort comprised 47 children aged between 6‐60 months. The data indicated a higher prevalence of febrile convulsions among male children compared to females, with the most common age bracket for the initial febrile convulsion episode being between 1‐3 years. A substantial portion of cases exhibited simple febrile convulsions, with a few cases revealing notable obstetric history and incomplete immunization. Viral respiratory infections emerged as the primary cause of fever, with 46.8% of cases demonstrating malnourishment and a minor proportion displaying significant familial predisposition. Approximately 70% of cases were diagnosed with anemia and a few cases illustrating hyponatremia and hypocalcemia within the study population. The implementation of preventive measures targeting these risk elements could potentially lead to a reduction in the frequency of febrile seizures.
How to cite this article:
G.M. Manoj, Nandini , S. Bheemaraya Shivasharana, B. Manjula and Shashikanth Hugar. Evaluation of Risk Factors in First Episode of Febrile Convulsion.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.10.40.44
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