Epilepsy
Research on epilepsy and its effects on quality of life (QoL) in children and youth has shed light on the often-overlooked complexities of the condition. A recent study from McMaster University found that the existing literature on epilepsy has relied on proxy measures of QoL, which may underestimate the true
Epilepsy
Research suggests that individuals with epilepsy (PWE) are often encouraged to engage in regular physical activity, but some may experience exercise-associated seizures (EAS). A recent study conducted at the University of Paderborn aimed to investigate the feasibility and safety of exhaustive exercise testing in PWE. The study involved 29 patients
Child health
Research conducted by Gonca Karayagiz Muslu and her team at Mugla Sitki Kocman University aimed to evaluate the attitudes of mothers with children diagnosed with epilepsy toward rational drug use. The study involved 200 mothers, and the results showed that 97.5% of them administered over-the-counter medications to their children.
Drug resistance
A recent publication in the Epilepsia journal highlights the effectiveness of VNS Therapy in reducing the frequency of generalized tonic-clonic seizures in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE). The 24-month data from the CORE-VNS study shows a median seizure reduction of 77% and 43% of participants reporting seizure freedom. These findings
Drug resistance
A new report published in Pediatric Neurosurgery provides insight into the post-operative burden of musculoskeletal (MSK) disease in paediatric patients undergoing hemispherectomy, hemispherotomy, or lobectomy for drug-resistant epilepsy. Research conducted at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) reveals that 45.2% of patients developed new MSK conditions post-operatively, with
Children
Research published in BMC Pediatrics has shed light on the critical care needs of parents caring for children with epilepsy. The study, conducted by researchers at Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, aimed to analyze the concept of parental care needs for children with epilepsy. The findings highlight the significance of
Epilepsy
Researchers have conducted a cross-sectional study investigating the quality of life and adaptive functioning in patients with SCN8A-related epilepsy, a spectrum of seizure and neurodevelopmental phenotypes. The study utilized the Quality of Life Inventory-Disability (QI-Disability) survey and Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS) to assess the patients' quality of life
Epilepsy
A new research study has shed light on the prevalence, clinical characteristics, and risk factors for psychosis in people with epilepsy. Conducted in West China, the study aimed to assess the prevalence and clinical characteristics of psychosis in a cohort of people with epilepsy. The research, published in the journal
Adults
Care for individuals with epilepsy is multifaceted, with a focus on seizure control but also considering other essential health factors. Researchers at the University of Michigan conducted a systematic review of 20 articles to understand patient preferences and treatment priorities. This comprehensive analysis identified key concerns, such as seizure frequency,
Epilepsy
A recent study published in the journal Frontiers in Neurology has revealed that the new International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) definition of epilepsy has led to a higher frequency of epilepsy diagnosis and treatment. The study investigated the clinical impact of the new ILAE definition on diagnosis, treatment, and short-term
Drug resistance
Research conducted at the International University has shed new light on the complex etiologies of developmental and epileptic encephalopathy (DEE) and metabolic epilepsy (ME) in neonatal intensive care units. By analyzing the genetic abnormalities of 59 patients using exome sequencing, the study identified 40 genetic abnormalities, including de novo variants,
Comorbidity
Research has shown that neuroinflammation is a key factor in the complex relationship between epilepsy and its associated psychiatric and cognitive disturbances. According to a recent review published in Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry, approximately one-third of individuals diagnosed with epilepsy experience significant neuropsychiatric comorbidities. The review, conducted by
