Epilepsy & Seizures
Conference Coverage
Scalp EEG predicts temporal lobe resection success
BALTIMORE – There was one hundred percent failure if seizures spread within 10 seconds.
Conference Coverage
Outcomes of epilepsy surgery at 1 year may be better among older patients
Conference Coverage
Researchers mine free-text diary entries for seizure cluster insights
About 19% of confirmed seizure clusters in EpiDiary entries may be found only through free-text notes.
Conference Coverage
Skip CTs for breakthrough seizures in chronic epilepsy
BALTIMORE – Eliminating CTs saves money, prevents unnecessary radiation exposure.
Literature Review
Trial finds three drugs equally effective for established status epilepticus
Randomized study of fosphenytoin, valproate, and levetiracetam informs management of benzodiazepine-refractory disease.
Literature Review
‘Remarkable’ seizure-free rates seen with adjunctive cenobamate
During a trial of the recently approved drug, investigators lowered the starting dose and slowed the rate of up-titration to address a risk of...
Conference Coverage
Celiac disease may underlie seizures
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A gluten-free diet may reduce seizure burden in children with celiac disease and intractable seizures, a retrospective chart...
News
Pediatric epilepsy surgery may improve cognition and behavior
CHARLOTTE, NC – Comorbidities may influence the likelihood of perceived improvement, whereas the type of surgery may not.
Conference Coverage
Delay in EEG monitoring associated with increased seizure duration in pediatric refractory status epilepticus
Charlotte, NC – The 24-hour cumulative probability of seizure resolution may be lower in children who do not have...
Conference Coverage
Does AED prophylaxis delay seizure onset in children with brain tumors?
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A small study indicates that AED prophylaxis may be effective during the first 6 months after...