Newswise Feature Channel: Epilepsy

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.

How Is Care Changing for Kids With Tuberous Sclerosis Complex?

Children's Hospital Los Angeles — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 07:05:17 EST

This spring, Children's Hospital Los Angeles became one of just 15 pediatric hospitals in the country to be designated as a TSC Alliance Center of Excellence--demonstrating the highest level of comprehensive services for diagnosing and managing tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). CHLA sees more than 120 young patients a year with TSC.

Patterns of Intelligence

Cedars-Sinai — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:05:31 EST

The coordinated activity of brain cells, like birds flying in formation, helps us behave intelligently in new situations, according to a study led by Cedars-Sinai investigators.

Outcomes in developmental and epileptic encephalopathies: Managing more than seizures - Dr. Scott Demarest

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:05:21 EST

Besides seizures, people with developmental and epileptic encephalopathies can experience a wide variety of symptoms, including sleep problems, vision problems, and behavioral issues. Dr. Scott Demarest discusses how neurologists may be able to address some of these issues, potentially improving outcomes and quality of life.

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.

Genetic 'episignatures' guide researchers in identifying causes of unsolved epileptic neurological disorders

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:05:51 EST

Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital use DNA methylation patterns as a roadmap for identifying causes of severe epilepsies in children.

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.

MSU research: Patients value extended medical interventions - like EEG tests - beyond their clinical us

Michigan State University — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:05:26 EST

Electroencephalograms, or EEGs, are tests used to visualize brain activity and diagnose seizures in patients with epilepsy. Research from Michigan State University shows that while practitioners value EEGs for the information they provide, patients value EEGs in ways that far outweigh the test's clinical utility to practitioners.

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.

July 2024 Issue of Neurosurgical Focus: Video: "Epilepsy Surgery"

Journal of Neurosurgery — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:05:00 EST

Announcement of contents of the July 2024 issue of Neurosurgical Focus: Video

Antiseizure Medications Can Produce Life-Threatening Reactions

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:05:53 EST

Rutgers Health neurology, dermatology, and pharmacy researchers explain how to distinguish concerning rashes from less severe reactions.

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.

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.

Super-Chilled Brain Cell Molecules Reveal How Epilepsy Drug Works

Johns Hopkins Medicine — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 11:00:41 EST

By super cooling a molecule on the surface of brain cells down to about minus 180 degrees Celsius -- nearly twice as cold as the coldest places in Antarctica -- scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine say they have determined how a widely-used epilepsy drug works to dampen the excitability of brain cells and help to control, although not cure, seizures.

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.