Simple febrile seizure et causa bronchopneumonia with complex congenital heart disease

Abstract

Complex congenital heart disease (CHD) in children does not often cause febrile seizures. A child with simple febrile seizures, bronchopneumonia, and complex congenital heart disease is discussed. The report analyzes the causes and proposes preventive measures for febrile seizures, bronchopneumonia, or both. A 2-year-old girl with complex congenital heart disease presented with simple febrile seizures possibly caused by bronchopneumonia. The child was severely malnourished (<-3SD), with a body weight of 7.5 kg and a height of 78 cm. Diagnostics revealed leukocytosis and neutropenia, with X-ray results showing abnormalities in the lungs and heart (ASD, VSD, and PDA). Treatment included diazepam 5 mg rectally for the first seizure and 1 mg IV for the second seizure, as well as paracetamol infusion 5 ml/4 hours. Understanding simple febrile seizures triggered by bronchopneumonia in patients with complex congenital heart disease requires an integrated approach for patient management, including comprehensive care. The involvement of medical personnel is an important challenge in preventing recurrence and ensuring optimal patient outcome. Simple febrile seizures are likely caused by bronchopneumonia accompanied by complex congenital heart disease. Her recovery after prompt treatment with diazepam and symptomatic drugs emphasizes the importance of recognizing seizure triggers and managing febrile seizures in children with cardiac anomalies.