Alcohol withdrawal
Alcohol withdrawal is a group of syndromes that may occur after cessation of drinking ethanol alcohol.
Classification
Alcohol withdrawal associated autonomic hyperactivity
Alcohol withdrawal seizures
Alcohol withdrawal seizures is 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".[1][2]
Alcohol withdrawal delirium
Alcohol withdrawal delirium is an "acute organic mental disorder induced by cessation or reduction in chronic alcohol consumption. Clinical characteristics include confusion; delusions; vivid hallucinations; tremor; agitation; insomnia; and signs of autonomic hyperactivity (e.g., elevated blood pressure and heart rate, dilated pupils, and diaphoresis). This condition may occasionally be fatal. It was formerly called delirium tremens". (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1175)[3][4]
References
- ↑ Anonymous (2024), Alcohol withdrawal seizures (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.
- ↑ Ropper, Allan H.; Adams, Raymond Delacy; Victor, Maurice (1997). Principles of Neurology. New York: McGraw-Hill, Health Professions Division, 1174. ISBN 0-07-067439-6.
- ↑ Anonymous (2024), Alcohol withdrawal delirium (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.
- ↑ Ropper, Allan H.; Adams, Raymond Delacy; Victor, Maurice (1997). Principles of Neurology. New York: McGraw-Hill, Health Professions Division, 1175. ISBN 0-07-067439-6.