[Non-convulsive status epilepticus in 12-year-old].

This case report describes nonconvulsive status epilepticus of complex partial type in a 12-year-old, otherwise healthy girl. The case illustrates the characteristic epileptic twilight state with prolonged bizarre behaviour, psychosis, confusion and normal mental state. It may be difficult to identify the condition in childhood, as changes in behaviour and cognition are often recognized later than in adults. Treatment recommendations and other possible diagnoses are discussed.