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The Epileptic Heart: Seizures, Epilepsy, and Cardiac Risk Factors

International League Against Epilepsy — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:05:53 EST

Studies suggest that compared with the general population, people with chronic epilepsy have three times the risk of sudden cardiac death. Researchers have introduced the concept of the "epileptic heart" as "a heart and coronary vasculature damaged by chronic epilepsy... leading to electrical and mechanical dysfunction."

Two ILAE Regions Collaborate on Successful Webinar Series with Professional Impact

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 09:05:13 EST

Joint epilepsy educational webinars in English and French, organized by the Africa and Eastern Mediterranean regions of ILAE, had impacts beyond expectations.

The Bumpy Road From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care: Dr. Danielle Andrade

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:05:42 EST

The shift from pediatric to adult epilepsy care can be complex. A recent survey of young people with epilepsy found that 25% still saw pediatric neurologists for their epilepsy care. Only 4% said they received clear instructions during the transition process.

La Neurocisticercosis Como Principal Causa De Epilepsia: Un DiagnoStico ErroNeo Que Debe Evitarse

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:05:35 EST

La afirmacion de que "la neurocisticercosis (NCC) es una de las causas mas comunes de epilepsia en todo el mundo" no solo es incorrecta, sino tambien potencialmente enganosa para los lectores que no estan familiarizados con la epidemiologia de la epilepsia.

Au volant : Conduire avec l'epilepsie

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:05:38 EST

Pour les personnes atteintes d'epilepsie, la capacite de conduire figure parmi leurs principales preoccupations. Les reglementations varient d'un pays a l'autre. Bon nombre d'entre eux ont des restrictions sur la conduite pour les personnes atteintes d'epilepsie, mais certains n'ont pas de politique.

Investigating Pediatric Epilepsy in Nigeria: Dr. Edwin Trevathan

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:05:49 EST

In northern Nigeria, more people need epilepsy treatment than traditional medical care can support. Dr. Edwin Trevathan discusses projects aimed at identifying children with undiagnosed epilepsy and improving access to care, as well as research to better understand the risks and prognosis of pediatric status epilepticus.

Transition to adult care in epilepsy: Bridging the gap

International League Against Epilepsy — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:05:39 EST

Once they turn 18, most adolescents with epilepsy must transfer from pediatric to adult care. Factors on both the pediatric and adult sides of the health care system can make this process fragmented and stressful. How can pediatric and adult neurologists ensure that teenagers with epilepsy do not get lost in the system?

Consensus recommendations for epilepsy with eyelid myoclonia (Jeavons syndrome): Dr. Kelsey Smith

International League Against Epilepsy — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:05:39 EST

A recent publication outlines consensus recommendations on several aspects of managing epilepsy with eyelid myoclonia, also known as Jeavons syndrome. What are the most effective first-line medications? Are there non-pharmacologic treatment options? Can people with this type of epilepsy drive safely? Dr. Alina Ivaniuk talks to the paper's first author, Dr. Kelsey Smith.

Planes de accion para las crisis epilepticas: mas que herramientas de tratamiento para la epilepsia

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:05:25 EST

Historicamente, los planes de accion contra las convulsiones se han centrado en ciertos grupos de personas con epilepsia de alto riesgo. Pero algunos medicos dicen que los planes de accion para las convulsiones son importantes herramientas educativas y de control de las convulsiones que deben ofrecerse a todos.

Eduquer les non-specialistes au Mexique : un nouveau cours universitaire offre une experience hybride

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:05:48 EST

En raison du manque relatif de neurologues, la plupart des prestataires de soins de sante primaires en Amerique latine sont charges de fournir des soins aux personnes atteintes d'epilepsie. Neanmoins, comme la plupart des professionnels de la sante primaires dans le monde, ces professionnels n'ont pas une formation suffisante pour gerer l'epilepsie. Un nouveau cursus universitaire vise a resoudre ce probleme en formant les prestataires de soins de sante par le biais d'un programme structure.

Investigacion y financiacion de la epilepsia en paises de bajos recursos: cuestiones eticas y pasos hacia la equidad

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 13:05:34 EST

Menos del 10% de la financiacion de la investigacion sobre la epilepsia se destina a la salud en los paises de menores recursos, a pesar de que el 80% de las personas con epilepsia viven en estos paises. La promocion de la investigacion mundial sobre la epilepsia y la mejora de las vias de financiacion tienen el potencial de aumentar la capacidad de investigacion de los paises de ingresos bajos y medianos y promover la equidad en la investigacion de la epilepsia en todo el mundo.

Investigacion sobre la epilepsia en areas de bajos recursos: las complejidades de los datos y del consentimiento

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:05:09 EST

Aunque el 80% de las personas con epilepsia viven en paises de ingresos bajos y medianos, la mayoria de las investigaciones sobre la epilepsia se originan en regiones de ingresos altos.

Seizure action plans: More than management tools for epilepsy

International League Against Epilepsy — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:05:03 EST

Historically, seizure action plans have focused on certain high-risk groups of people with epilepsy. But some clinicians say that seizure action plans are important educational and seizure management tools that should be offered to everyone.

Al volante: Como conducir con epilepsia

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:05:43 EST

Para las personas con epilepsia, la capacidad de conducir se encuentra entre sus principales preocupaciones. Las regulaciones varian de un pais a otro; muchos paises tienen algunas restricciones para que las personas con epilepsia puedan conducir, pero algunos otros no tienen politicas establecidas al respecto.

Superar las barreras quirurgicas en areas de bajos recursos

International League Against Epilepsy — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 14:05:55 EST

Hasta la mitad de las personas con epilepsia resistente a los medicamentos (ERD) pueden beneficiarse de la cirugia. Sin embargo, en muchas regiones de bajos recursos, el establecimiento de un programa quirurgico requiere enfrentar multiples desafios.

Prestation de soins lors de crises fonctionnelles : " Isole, seul, impuissant "

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:05:33 EST

Comme les personnes atteintes d'epilepsie, les personnes souffrant de crises fonctionnelles vivent avec la stigmatisation, le stress et les fardeaux emotionnels et financiers - tout comme leurs partenaires de soins.

En una sesion especial se revisan los objetivos y el progreso para avanzar en la investigacion y la atencion de la epilepsia

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 13:05:35 EST

Una sesion especial en la reunion de la Sociedad Americana de Epilepsia en diciembre de 2023, atrajo a mas de 70 asistentes para revisar el progreso del Plan de Accion Mundial Intersectorial sobre Epilepsia y otros Trastornos Neurologicos (IGAP) y discutir estrategias para avanzar.

The power of big data in epilepsy research: Dr. Philippe Ryvlin

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 13:05:23 EST

The Human Intracerebral EEG Platform is a cloud-based environment that encourages centers to share data and conduct research with state-of-the-art methodologies. Dr. Maryam Nouri interviews Dr. Philippe Ryvlin about the potential of the platform to advance the understanding of human brain function.

Letter to editor and response: Is neurocysticercosis a main cause of epilepsy?

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:05:18 EST

ILAE produced a podcast episode in 2023 in which Dr. Hector Garcia talked about neurocysticercosis as a main cause of epilepsy. Two researchers from Latin America wrote in and questioned how frequently this parasitic infection actually leads to epilepsy. Dr. Garcia responded.

Reproductive health counseling in young women with epilepsy: Room for improvement

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:05:07 EST

Pediatric neurologists are not counseling young adults with epilepsy about reproductive issues as frequently as needed, according to a recent 10-year study. Some conversations, such as those about pregnancy and the potential effects of antiseizure medications, are almost nonexistent.