A generalized epileptiform convulsion after intra-amniotic prostaglandin with intravenous oxytocin infusion: a case report.
A patient who had a generalized epileptiform convulsion after intra-amniotic prostaglandin F2 alpha administration with intravenous oxytocin infusion is described. The convulsion was possibly due to either or both of these drugs. The aetiological associations are reviewed. Intra-amniotic prostaglandins and intravenous oxytocin are frequently used to induce mid-trimester abortions, and the case described serves as a reminder of some of the dangers associated with this procedure.
D000032:Abortion, Therapeutic / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010121:Oxytocin / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011262:Pregnancy Trimester, Second; D011460:Prostaglandins F / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012640:Seizures / Q000139:chemically induced*
D011460:Prostaglandins F; D010121:Oxytocin