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Atonic seizure (ictal EEG)

A rather irregular multiple spike-and-wave discharge is associated with abrupt and complete loss of postural tone, causing the patient to fall down. After a few seconds, the child returns to the erect position. (Contributed by Dr. Roberto Michelucci.)

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