Female (6 Chinese, 1 Malay)

Young age (20-52, mean 33)                                 

Previous good health

Very long-lasting status epilepticus

Extensive Negative workup

5/7 had fever in the week prior to onset of seizures.

Extensor plantar responses only, no localizing neurological signs.

All required ventilation

2 survivors, but in vegetative states with frequent seizures