Non-convulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) may follow a number of precipitating factors. Identifying the cause is important for developing an effective treatment plan and for predicting prognosis.
Factors that may precipitate non-convulsive status epilepticus:
(1) acute intracranial event (stroke, head trauma, etc)
(2) drug intoxication
(3) drug or alcohol withdrawal (especially benzodiazepines)
(4) history of epilepsy with nonadherence for antiepileptic medication
