International journal of obstetric anesthesia
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Int J Obstet Anesth · Oct 2006
Case ReportsStatus epilepticus after electroconvulsive therapy in a pregnant patient.
Status epilepticus after electroconvulsive therapy is a rare complication, and its occurrence during pregnancy has not been reported previously. We discuss the case of a 31-year-old primigravida at 22 weeks of gestation, with a history of bipolar disorder, who underwent electroconvulsive therapy under general anesthesia. ⋯ As a consequence, the fetus died. We discuss the possible causes and the management of status epilepticus after electroconvulsive therapy during pregnancy and its implications for maternal and fetal outcome.