title: Seizure and embolic stroke secondary to patent foramen ovale in a migrant girl.
abstract: Episodes of loss-of-consciousness in school-aged children are not uncommon and include metabolic, cardiovascular, neurological, and psychiatric/psychosocial causes. This case describes a first episode of seizure in an 11-year-old migrant girl. History and language issues contributed to the diagnostic dilemma. Ongoing neurological symptoms prompted transfer to a tertiary care facility where investigation revealed patent foramen ovale (PFO) with likely paradoxical embolus. Prevalence and management of this condition is briefly reviewed in the context of the current presentation.
authors.affiliation: Rural Clinical School - School of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia ; Queensland Health, Australia.
authors.forename: Joseph V
authors.initials: JV
authors.lastname: Turner