Seizure onset after head injury due to road traffic accident: A comprehensive case report

Seizures frequently occur as a serious consequence after traumatic brain injury (TBI), and their prevalence varies according to the severity of the injury. Patients with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) have a seizure risk ranging from 20% to 50%, while those with mild instances exhibit a lower incidence of 5% to 10%. Risk factors include age, prior neurological conditions, and the characteristics of the injury, with children under two and those over 65 being at the greatest risk. Paramedics' pre-hospital intervention plays a crucial role in mitigating secondary brain damage that results from seizures. The key inhalations pertain to airway stabilization, seizure management using antiepileptic medications such as lorazepam and midazolam, and meticulous monitoring of vital signs to prevent complications like hypoxia and intracranial pressure. The primary objective during stabilization should be the evaluation of potential cervical spine injuries to avert the deterioration of neurological outcomes. The prompt management of seizures reduces complications, death, and the likelihood of developing post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE). The implementation of rapid response protocols and the introduction of sophisticated seizure management techniques are crucial for enhancing the patient's prognosis. We are presenting the case of a 24-year-old male patient with seizures linked to traumatic brain injury (TBI). Road traffic accidents are caused by interactions between several elements, such as the environment, the vehicle, and the person. Conventionally, it is believed that traffic accidents are unpredictably occurring, unavoidable, and unavoidable. However, in most situations, traffic accidents are predictable and avoidable. In addition to injuring 20–50 million individuals annually, road traffic injuries claim the lives of around 1.3 million people.