BiPLEDs
Pronunciation: BY-pledz
Also written as: BiPLEDs — Bilateral independent Periodic Lateralized Epileptiform Discharges
Bilateral independent periodic lateralized epileptiform discharges; severe EEG pattern indicating diffuse brain dysfunction.
Full Definition
BiPLEDs (Bilateral independent Periodic Lateralized Epileptiform Discharges) consist of periodic epileptiform discharges occurring independently over both hemispheres, typically indicating severe, diffuse brain dysfunction. This pattern often suggests extensive brain injury from conditions such as anoxic encephalopathy, severe encephalitis, or advanced neurodegenerative disease. BiPLEDs carry an extremely poor prognosis and high seizure risk, often requiring aggressive antiepileptic management.
Usage
Usage note: Capitalization varies; may be written as BiPLEDs or BIPLEDS.
In Context
- "BiPLEDs developed 48 hours post-cardiac arrest, indicating severe anoxic injury." — Post-cardiac arrest prognostication report
- "The presence of BiPLEDs warranted aggressive antiepileptic therapy." — Intensive care EEG monitoring