Epilepsy
Investigators at the University of Utah College of Pharmacy have published a new report highlighting the importance of harmonizing data collection approaches in preclinical epilepsy research. The study emphasizes the need for consensus on data capture methods, endpoint characterization, and experimental procedures to ensure reproducibility and consistency in the field.
Community health aides
Research conducted at Dartmouth College has shed light on the vital role that community health workers (CHWs) can play in enhancing epilepsy care and health outcomes. The study, published in Frontiers in Neurology, advocates for the integration of CHWs onto epilepsy care teams to address health inequities and provide whole-person
Epilepsy
Investigators at the University of Utah College of Pharmacy have published a new report highlighting the importance of harmonizing data collection approaches in preclinical epilepsy research. The study emphasizes the need for consensus on data capture methods, endpoint characterization, and experimental procedures to ensure reproducibility and consistency in the field.
Diseases
Epilepsy is a widespread neurological condition that significantly affects the quality of life of those affected, with increasing rates of incidence and prevalence. A recent study published in the BMC Neurology journal has evaluated the global, regional, and national burdens of idiopathic epilepsy (IE) in individuals aged 15 to 49
Community health aides
Research conducted at Dartmouth College has shed light on the vital role that community health workers (CHWs) can play in enhancing epilepsy care and health outcomes. The study, published in Frontiers in Neurology, advocates for the integration of CHWs onto epilepsy care teams to address health inequities and provide whole-person
Epilepsy
Researchers at Homerton University Hospital have published a systematic review in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, identifying several factors that may increase the risk of seizure recurrence after a first unprovoked seizure. The study, which pooled data from 23 studies involving over 5,900 participants, found that abnormal EEG
Epilepsy
A recent study highlights the complexities and barriers to care faced by young adults with drug-resistant epilepsy undergoing surgical intervention. The research, conducted at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, emphasizes the importance of smooth transition of care, particularly in cases where young adults require surgical treatment. The study presents
Epilepsy
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) is a fatal complication for individuals living with epilepsy, attributed to significant personal and public burden. Despite the presence of certain neurotransmitters and neuronal pathways associated with SUDEP, the exact biological mechanisms remain unknown. To address this knowledge gap, a research team, led by
Epilepsy
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC have developed a new treatment for epilepsy patients who don't respond to medication and aren't candidates for surgery. Their approach uses deep brain stimulation (DBS) tailored to each patient's unique brain wiring, published in Nature Communications.
Epilepsy
Investigators have emphasized the significant challenges faced by women with epilepsy (WWE) during their reproductive years, including hormonal fluctuations, teratogenic potential of antiseizure medications (ASMs), and interactive effects on menstrual function, contraception, pregnancy outcomes, bone health, and menopausal transition. A recent review consolidates current data and guidelines for managing WWE
Epilepsy
Children with epilepsy are at increased risk for reduced health-related quality of life (HRQoL) due to the combined impact of seizures, comorbidities, and social limitations. Research conducted by the Department of Developmental Neurosciences at the IRCCS Foundation Stella Maris in Pisa, Italy, aimed to explore HRQoL in children and adolescents
Drug resistance
Researchers from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences have conducted a study to identify predictors of response to vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE). The study, published in Neurosurgical Review, found that individuals with generalized epilepsy demonstrated significantly higher responder rates compared to those
