In absence epilepsy, mesio-temporal epilepsy, and some idiopathic childhood epilepsies, NREM sleep has a pivotal role in the development and course of the disorder.
There is a large body of evidence suggesting parasites could be a major preventable risk factor for epilepsy in low- and middle-income countries, according to this study.
The FDA has accepted for filing the New Drug Application (NDA) for cenobamate, an investigational antiepileptic drug being developed for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in adults.
This study discusses two fatalities in the setting of epilepsy and self-determined therapy with cannabis (SDTC).
Pediatric Epilepsy, SUDEP
Digital Health Solutions LLC created a module about SUDEP for its Child Health Improvement through Computer Automation, or CHICA, system.
Genetics, Pediatric Epilepsy
An SCN1A mutation may be a prerequisite for a long term deleterious effect of seizures on the brain, indicating a clear interaction between seizures and the mutation for the development of a severe phenotype generated by pathological remodeling.
The Health Related Quality of Life and Health State Utility Values index scores indicate substantial impairment among individuals with TSC.
De novo status epilepticus has a worse prognosis than status epilepticus in patients with previous epilepsy.
The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory State subscale proved to be a valid and reliable psychometric instrument in terms of screening for anxiety disorders in PWEs.
