GESTATIONAL-ONSET EPILEPSY IN POST-RESECTION MENINGIOMA

Received 2021-02-02; Accepted 2021-11-11; Published 2022-07-01

Abstract

Meningioma is the most common type of primary CNS tumors. Seizure after resection of meningioma with no pre-resection seizure history is a rare case. A seizure can be a major cause of morbidity and poor life quality. Seizure in pregnancy is a life-threatening emergency and a challenging situation that risks the mother and fetus. We report an unusual case of gestational-onset epilepsy related to post-resection meningioma. Several factors are associated with gestational-onset epilepsy related to post-resection meningioma. The physiological, structural, metabolic changes and hormonal balance that occur throughout pregnancy can alter the neuronal excitability and the seizure threshold. Gestational-onset epilepsy is unpredictable, requiring a precise diagnosis and proper treatment to reduce both mothers and fetuses’ adverse effect. The main goal is to achieve adequate seizure control with minimal harmful effects.