Febrile Seizure Classification

Name: Febrile Seizure Classification
Creator: Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD
Keywords: febrile seizure, fever, seizure, simple, complex, pediatric, AAP

Classifies febrile seizures as simple, complex, or atypical per AAP guidelines

Clinically Verified· 5 tests

For educational and informational purposes only. Verify all results before clinical application.

Age (months) *

Seizure duration *

Focal features present? *

Recurrence within 24 hours? *

Prior neurodevelopmental status *

Fever documented? *

Post-ictal recovery time (minutes) *

References

Subcommittee on Febrile Seizures. Pediatrics. 2011;127(2):389-394.[DOI]
Steering Committee on Quality Improvement. Pediatrics. 2008;121(6):1281-1286.[DOI]

Reviewed by Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD · Last updated March 2026

Medical disclaimer

This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment. Always independently verify results before making clinical decisions.

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