Seizures and Carbon Dioxide – a study of respiratory acidosis as a cause for seizure termination and trial of carbogen as an anti-epileptic [ 2014 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Saul Mullen (Principal investigator)

Brief description Although much is known about epilepsy, the reason a seizure stops is not clear. A rise in the acidity of the blood, mainly due to a rise in carbon dioxide from breathing less deeply, may well contribute. Currently the standard treatments given in hospital to stop seizures are sedatives. Although effective, this sedation can need Intensive Care treatment. We aim to develop a safe, rapid, non-sedating way to treat seizures using a small amount of carbon dioxide in oxygen.

Funding Amount $AUD 317,582.27

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes New Investigator Grant