Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures

**Definition:** A condition where seizures occur in association with ethanol abuse (ALCOHOLISM) without other identifiable causes. Seizures usually occur within the first 6-48 hours after the cessation of alcohol intake, but may occur during periods of alcohol intoxication. Single generalized tonic-clonic motor seizures are the most common subtype, however, STATUS EPILEPTICUS may occur. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1174)

**Tree numbers:** - C10.597.742.143 - C10.720.112.300 - C23.888.592.742.143 - C25.723.705.150.300 - C25.775.100.087.193.300 - C25.775.835.500

**Synonyms:** - Alcohol-Related Seizures - Alcohol Withdrawal-Induced Seizure - Seizures, Alcoholic