Background: Basilar-type migraine (BTM) is a rare subtype of migraine with aura. Impaired consciousness or coma can occur in such patients.
Aim: To report two Chinese adolescent patients diagnosed as BTM with coma.
Materials and methods: We describe two Chinese adolescent patients diagnosed with BTM with coma. Literatures of migraineurs presented with coma were reviewed.
Results: The two patients are partially resolved with prophylactic propranolol or valproate therapy.
Conclusion: BTM should be considered for any patient presenting with migraine and coma. Adequate care should be taken to prevent migraine attacks.
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