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| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Jerome Engel, Timothy A. Pedley, Jean Aicardi, 2007-09-28 Written and edited by world-renowned authorities, this three-volume work is, to quote a reviewer, the definitive textbook about seizures and epilepsy. This Second Edition is thoroughly updated and gives you a complete print and multimedia package: the three-volume set plus access to an integrated content Website. More than 300 chapters cover the spectrum of biology, physiology, and clinical information, from molecular biology to public health concerns in developing countries. Included are detailed discussions of seizure types and epilepsy syndromes; relationships between physiology and clinical events; psychiatric and medical comorbidity; conditions that could be mistaken for epilepsy; and an increasing range of pharmacologic, surgical, and alternative therapies, including vagus nerve stimulation and deep brain stimulation. This edition describes many new antiepileptic drugs, major advances in surgical treatment, and state-of-the-art neuroimaging, EEG, and other technologies for diagnosis and seizure prediction. A companion Website offers instant access to the complete, fully searchable text, plus an image bank of additional figures, video footage, and annual updates to selected chapters. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Graham Scambler, 2005-09-23 In examining the social and psychological aspects of epilepsy, the author takes not only the perspectives of individuals and their families, but also popular conceptions of the disorder. The result is an illuminating account of the social reality of epilepsy that demonstrates the distinctive contribution that the social sciences can play in understanding illness. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Textbook Jerome Engel Jr, Solomon L. Moshé, 2023-10-23 Authoritative and updated, Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Textbook, 3rd Edition, contains 365 chapters that cover the full spectrum of relevant topics in biology, physiology, and clinical information, from molecular biology to public health concerns in developing countries. Written by world-renowned authorities and expertly edited by epileptologists Drs. Jerome Engel, Jr., Solomon L. Moshé, Aristea S. Galanopoulou, John M. Stern, Alexis Arzimanoglou, Jacqueline A. French, Renzo Guerrini, Andres M. Kanner, and Istvan Mody, this three-volume work includes detailed discussions of seizure types and epilepsy syndromes, relationships between physiology and clinical events, psychiatric and medical comorbidities, conditions that could be mistaken for epilepsy, and an increasing range of pharmacologic, surgical, and alternative therapies. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Oxford Textbook of Epilepsy and Epileptic Seizures Simon Shorvon, Renzo Guerrini, Mark Cook, Samden Lhatoo, 2012-12-20 Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological condition, affecting children and adults, and can occur in a variety of medical settings. It has many causes and many forms, and a variable prognosis. Mortality and morbidity are high, social and legal consequences can stretch well beyond the purely medical, and its management is often poor. Part of the Oxford Textbooks in Clinical Neurology (OTCN) series, this volume covers the scientific basis, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of epilepsy and epileptic seizures. Written by internationally-renowned specialists, each chapter comprehensively covers the current knowledge and evidence base related to each aspect of the disorder, with an emphasis on the personal experience of the authors. The print edition of the Oxford Textbook of Epilepsy and Epileptic Seizures is complemented by an online version, which allows access to the full content of the textbook, contains links from the references to primary research journal articles, enables full text searches, and provides access to figures and tables that can be downloaded to PowerPoint?. This textbook will prove a useful clinical reference for neurologists and senior trainees in neurology, an educational manual for trainees, and will offer practical assistance to all physicians advising people with epilepsy. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Seizures and Epilepsy Jerome Engel, 2013-01-31 This second edition of 'Seizures and Epilepsy' is completely revised, due to tremendous advances in the understanding of the fundamental neuronal mechanisms underlying epileptic phenomena, as well as current diagnosis and treatment, which have been heavily influenced over the past several decades by seminal neuroscientific developments, particularly the introduction of molecular neurobiology, genetics, and modern neuroimaging. This resource covers a broad range of both basic and clinical epileptology. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Models of Seizures and Epilepsy Asla Pitkänen, Paul Buckmaster DVM PhD, Aristea S Galanopoulou, Solomon L. Moshé, 2017-06-14 Models of Seizures and Epilepsy, Second Edition, is a valuable, practical reference for investigators who are searching for the most appropriate laboratory models to address key questions in the field. The book also provides an important background for physicians, fellows, and students, offering insight into the potential for advances in epilepsy research as well as R&D drug development. Contents include the current spectrum of models available to model different epilepsy syndromes, epilepsy in transgenic animals, comorbidities in models of epilepsy, and novel technologies to study seizures and epilepsies in animals. - Provides a comprehensive reference detailing animal models of epilepsy and seizure - Offers insights on the use of novel technologies that can be applied in experimental epilepsy research - Edited by leading experts in the field that provide not only technical reviews of these models but also conceptual critiques - Comments on the strengths and limitations of various models, including their relationship to clinical phenomenology and their value in developing better understanding and treatments |
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| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Absolute Epilepsy and EEG Rotation Review Mona Sazgar, Michael G. Young, 2019-03-01 This book contains the most essential information needed for an epilepsy/ EEG rotation. Chapters are formatted with bullet points and feature clinical pearls. Concise and easy-to-read, this quick reference provides neurology residents, clinical neurophysiology and epilepsy fellows, and other clinicians with the most critical information in epilepsy and EEG in a simplified, yet comprehensive format. Divided into two sections, the book first covers the diagnosis, characteristics, and treatment of epilepsy. The second section focuses on EEG placement, procedures, and patterns in various neurological disorders. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Imaging of Epilepsy John M. Stern, Noriko Salamon, 2022-01-03 This clinically-oriented collection of brain imaging results provides a unique and helpful approach to the epilepsy evaluation. The atlas is divided into sections according to general clinical categories with each category including a collection of clinical examples that span the category. Each example includes images across the relevant imaging modalities that relate to one patient, whose history accompanies the images. This case-based organization with clinical history and multiple images offers a complete visual understanding of the imaging findings and the corresponding relationship of each finding to the clinical presentation, treatment, and outcome. Images for the book are from the UCLA Seizure Disorder Center, which is a referral center that serves a large outpatient epilepsy patient population and performs approximately 500 inpatient epilepsy evaluations annually. Comprehensive and richly illustrated, this book will serve as a convenient resource in neurologic and radiologic practice, and useful for board exam review. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Seizures and Epilepsy in Children Eileen P. G. Vining, Carl Stafstrom, Eric Kossoff, Adam Hartman, Sarah Kelley, Sarah Doerrer, Christa Habela, Cynthia Salorio, Samata Singhi, 2022-12-27 Seizures and Epilepsy in Children is the go-to resource for caregivers and families with children who have epilepsy and seizures. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Behavioral Aspects of Epilepsy Gregory L. Holmes, MD, Steven C. Shachter, MD, Dorothee GA Kasteleijn-Nolst Trenite, MD MPH, 2007-10-15 The field of epilepsy and behavior has grown considerably in the past number of years, reflecting advances in the laboratory and clinic. Behavioral Aspects of Epilepsy: Principles and Practice is the definitive text on epilepsy behavioral issues, from basic science to clinical applications, for all neurologists, psychosocial specialists, and researchers in the fields of epilepsy, neuroscience, and psychology/psychiatry. Behavioral aspects of epilepsy include a patient's experiences during seizures, his or her reaction during and between seizures, the frequency of episodes and what can be determined from the number of seizures. With contributions by dozens of leading international experts, this is the only book to cover all aspects of this critical emerging science. Adult and pediatric patients, animal models, and epilepsy surgery and its effects are all covered in detail. Behavioral Aspects of Epilepsy is the only source for up-to-date information on a topic that has significant and growing interest in the medical community. This comprehensive, authoritative text has a bench to bedside, approach that covers: The mechanisms underlying epilepsy and behavior Neurophysiologic function Neuropsychiatric and behavioral disorders in patients with epilepsy The effects of treatments and surgery on behavior Pediatric and adolescent epilepsy Disorders associated with epilepsy that impact behavior And much more |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Jerome Engel, Timothy A. Pedley, Marc A. Dichter, 'Yrgie Engel, 1999-04-01 The highly acclaimed three-volume reference, Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Textbook, is now available on a portable, fully searchable CD-ROM. The disk fits into a pocket and contains the full text of this definitive work -- a total of more than 3,000 pages. Users can quickly search 289 chapters that cover all aspects of epilepsy, front basic mechanisms at the subcellular level to clinical syndromes, psychiatric issues, and new drugs and surgical treatment options. Fifteen key chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated for the CD-ROM. Windows and Macintosh compatible. This CD-ROM can be purchased separately, or at a special price by ordering the three-volume text plus the CD-ROM. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Advanced Therapy in Epilepsy James W. Wheless, James Willmore, Roger A. Brumback, 2009 A comprehensive and up-to-date primer on the latest therapeutic advances in the management and treatment of epilepsy, this work includes practical information on diagnostic criteria for all different syndromes along with detailed discussions of appropriate agents. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Current Practice of Clinical Electroencephalography Aatif M. Husain, 2023-05-24 Readable, concise, and data-driven, Current Practice of Clinical Electroencephalography, 5th Edition, delivers a comprehensive overview of the dynamic field of EEG. Dr. Aatif M. Husain leads a team of internationally recognized authors who provide updates on established areas of clinical EEG, discuss newly evolving areas, and explain neurophysiological basis of pathology to encourage understanding rather than simply pattern recognition. Now in full color throughout, it’s a must-have resource for residents, neurologists, clinical neurophysiologists, epilepsy specialists, electroneurodiagnostic technologists and practicing electroencephalographers, as well as students, trainees, and researchers—anyone who desires to stay up to date and use EEG to its fullest potential. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Medication-Resistant Epilepsy John M. Stern, Raman Sankar, Michael Sperling, 2020-09-10 A practical yet comprehensive review of the underlying causes of medication-resistant epilepsy and effective forms of treatment. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Board Review Mohamad Z. Koubeissi, Nabil J. Azar, 2017-06-27 This concise text mirrors the content of the Epilepsy Board as distributed by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Epilepsy diagnosis, classification and treatment are thoroughly covered, along with seizure classification, epidemiology, normal and abnormal EEG, and treatment with antiepileptic medications and other modalities. Formatted with multiple choice questions and explanations, this complete resource will prepare physicians and students for the Epilepsy Board examination and provide the latest clinical approaches. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: The Causes of Epilepsy Simon D. Shorvon, Frederick Andermann, Renzo Guerrini, 2011-04-14 Causation is an aspect of epilepsy neglected in the scientific literature and in the conceptualization of epilepsy at a clinical and experimental level. It was to remedy this deficiency that this book was conceived. The book opens with a draft etiological classification that goes some way to filling the nosological void. The book is divided into four etiological categories: idiopathic, symptomatic, cryptogenic, and provoked epilepsies. Each chapter considers topics in a consistent fashion, dealing with the phenomenon of epilepsy in each etiology, including its epidemiology, clinical features and prognosis, and any specific aspects of treatment. The book is a comprehensive reference work, a catalogue of all important causes of epilepsy, and a clinical tool for all clinicians dealing with patients who have epilepsy. It is aimed at epileptologists and neurologists and provides a distillation of knowledge in a form that is helpful in the clinical setting. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Handbook of Pediatric Epilepsy David C. Dredge, 2016-07-10 Epilepsy is the most common neurological problem affecting children and adolescents, with an incidence rate of 1–2%. Diagnosing epilepsy in children is often complicated by age-dependent manifestations which can differ greatly from seizure disorders seen in adults. Thus, effective treatment and management depends on clinicians to establish an accurate diagnosis and choose appropriate therapy based on the likelihood of clinical benefit. Handbook of Pediatric Epilepsy will be a concise overview of seizures in infants, children, and adolescents, including a discussion of common types of seizure disorders, treatment options, recent drug developments, and evidence-based disease management guidelines. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Wyllie's Treatment of Epilepsy Elaine Wyllie, Gregory D. Cascino, Barry E. Gidal, 2010-11-23 In one convenient source, Wyllie's Treatment of Epilepsy: Principles and Practice provides a broad, detailed, and cohesive overview of seizure disorders and contemporary treatment options. For this Fifth Edition, the editors have replaced or significantly revised approximately 30 to 50 percent of the chapters, and have updated all of them. Dr. Wyllie has invited three new editors: Gregory Cascino, MD, FAAN, at Mayo Clinic, adult epileptologist with special expertise in neuroimaging; Barry Gidal, PharmD, at University of Wisconsin, a pharmacologist with phenomenal expertise in antiepileptic medications; and Howard Goodkin, MD, PhD, a pediatric neurologist at the University of Virginia. A fully searchable companion website will include the full text online and supplementary material such as seizure videos, additional EEG tracings, and more color illustrations. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Alternative Therapies For Epilepsy Orrin Devinsky, MD, Steven C. Schachter, 2012-06-19 Written by three distinguished epileptologists with a long-standing interest in alternative therapies, this book provides an evidence-based consideration of the use of complementary and alternative (CAM) therapies in epilepsy care. Organized by problem, the authors review alternative approaches to epilepsy- related conditions to help physicians, healthcare professionals, CAM providers, and patients understand the options and safely integrate treatments that work into their regimens. The book begins with an overview of the therapies themselves, including herbal remedies, nutrition, alternative pharmacological therapies, physical treatments, and neurobehavioral approaches, and also discusses medication-related considerations and caveats. The next group of chapters covers CAM and preventive approaches to mitigating the effects of epilepsy and epilepsy therapies, such as drug toxicity and side effects of anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), seizures, enhancing cognitive function, issues for women (pregnancy, breast feeding, menopause), and managing anxiety and depression. The final part of the book focuses on quality of life and lifestyle modifications to reduce seizure risk, including techniques for stress reduction, sleep disturbances and aids to normalize, alcohol and recreational drugs, and environmental factors. Features of Alternative Therapies for Epilepsy Include: Evidence-based review of CAM therapies for epilepsy Problem-oriented, practical approach to integrating alternative treatments into traditional regimens for healthcare providers Written by distinguished epileptologists with broad clinical experience Addresses all aspects of health for persons with epilepsy (not just seizures) and offers practical suggestions for improving patient care and patient health |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Pediatric Epilepsy Michael Duchowny, Helen Cross, Alexis Arzimanoglou, 2012-09-07 Market: Neurologists and pediatricians Diagnostic and treatment algorithms appear throughout Includes sections on comorbidities and monotherapy vs. polytherapy |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Jong Rho, Raman Sankar, Carl E. Stafstrom, 2010-06-18 Epilepsy has afflicted humankind throughout recorded history; yet, it is only in the last half-century, that significant progress has been made in our basic understanding of the epileptic brain. Pivotal advances in drug development and surgical techniques, as well as the emergence of innovative approaches such as electrical stimulation of the nervo |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: A Practical Approach to Stereo EEG Stephan U. Schuele, MD, MPH, 2020-12-16 Stereo EEG has revolutionized the way invasive EEG explorations are performed, facilitating the assessment of more complex cases with increased precision, a lower surgical risk, and better patient outcomes. A Practical Approach to Stereo EEG is the first dedicated reference on stereoelectroencephalography written for trainees, physicians, and technologists involved in invasive EEG evaluation and monitoring. This go-to resource provides a practical overview of the concepts, methodology, technical requirements, and implantation strategies for common and uncommon surgical epilepsies amenable to stereo EEG. Including over three hundred detailed figures, anatomical drawings, and MRI correlations, this guidebook is an indispensable tool for anyone training, practicing, and teaching in the field. With chapters written by leading experts from around the world, the book is divided into 10 sections covering noninvasive evaluation, technical aspects, electrode planning, practical approach for specific epilepsies, surgical placement in adults and children, interpretation, brain mapping, surgical procedures, and outcomes. Chapters integrate highlighted key concepts with illustrative case examples throughout to enhance clinical applicability. Four detailed case discussions of specific epilepsy syndromes covered in the book are also available online to demonstrate the process of patient evaluation, surgical planning, and decision-making in a multidisciplinary patient management conference. A Practical Approach to Stereo EEG is the essential comprehensive clinical handbook for practitioners at any level of training or experience involved in invasive EEG evaluations or working at surgical epilepsy centers. Key Features: Covers all practical aspects of stereo EEG, including the methodology, technical requirements, and strategies to successfully perform and interpret invasive monitoring Highly illustrated cases are interwoven within chapters to heighten clinical use World-class contributors with global expertise provide hands-on experience in successful use of stereo EEG in complex situations Additional online chapter-based narrated cases discuss specific epilepsy syndromes |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy and Intensive Care Monitoring Bruce J Fisch, MD, 2009-10-23 Unlike many other diagnostic procedures, EEG, now over 80 years old, and epilepsy monitoring, now over 40 years old, have demonstrated their usefulness and stood the test of time. Although the benefits of these diagnostic procedures are clear, monitoring is currently not available to the majority of patients in need. One of the factors limiting broader implementation is the lack of practitioners with special expertise. Epilepsy and Intensive Care Monitoring was developed to address this concern. This practical volume contains detailed chapters covering all areas of clinical epilepsy monitoring. Featuring expert authors from major epilepsy centers, this seminal work reviews all current procedures and applications for monitoring adults and children with epilepsy in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and the ICU. Opening sections are devoted to indications, procedures, administrative considerations, and technical aspects of the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and ICU monitoring, followed by dedicated sections on EEG diagnosis and localization and monitoring of neurological disorders in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and ICU. The book concludes with special procedures and an Appendix with guidelines for organizing epilepsy monitoring centers and technical aspects of EEG monitoring. Key Features include Covers both adult and pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and ICU monitoring Contains over 235 high-quality EEGs and other illustrations, including an 8-page color section Comprehensive coverage; no other book in this area has comparable breadth and depth Clinical Focus Expert authors tell you when and how to perform the procedures they discuss |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Ilo E. Leppik, MD, 2006-10-24 Epilepsy is the most common neurologic disorder in children, adults, and the elderly. The Epilepsy Foundation estimates that over 2.7 million people in the U.S have epilepsy, and an additional 181,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Despite these numbers, epilepsy is often misunderstood. Individuals diagnosed with epilepsy face many difficulties and lifestyle changes. A proper understanding of epilepsy is a vital first step toward managing this disease and maintaining a normal life. Epilepsy: A Guide to Balancing Your Life is an excellent resource for individuals who are diagnosed with epilepsy. Sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology, it contains practical and reliable information written in layman's terms. Filled with helpful tables and illustrations, this guide will answer commonly asked questions about epilepsy, explain how it is diagnosed and treated both with medications and other treatment options. It also discusses: Diet Epilepsy and pregnancy Sports and epilepsy Surgical treatment The effects of epilepsy in different age groups And much more! Epilepsy: A Guide to Balancing Your Life is essential reading for all people with epilepsy seeking a better quality of life, and for family members and caregivers needing a better understanding of this condition. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Magnetic Resonance in Epilepsy Ruben Kuzniecky, Graeme D. Jackson, 2005-01-19 Remarkable advances in imaging have increased the importance of MRI for diagnostic, treatment and management of epilepsy. Neuroimaging of patients with epilepsy no longer simply deals with the technology and interpretation of images but also with issues of brain metabolism, energetics, cognition and brain dysfunction. The first edition of Magnetic Resonance in Epilepsy came into clinical practice in 1995 with a revolutionary idea; that is, MR is as important as EEG in the clinical management of patients with epilepsy. The second edition of Magnetic Resonance in Epilepsy, the only comprehensive text in the field of epilepsy neuroimaging, reviews fundamental concepts and new advances in MR technology, computerized analysis, MR spectroscopy, DWI and other neuroimaging techniques such as PET, SPECT and MEG application to the study of patients with epileptic disorders.*Provides a crucial update of recent advances in imaging techniques*Timely publication as subject of neuroimaging is a very hot area in both clinical epilepsy and basic neuroscience research*Editors are well-respected in this field |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Canine Epilepsy Caroline D. Levin, 2002 Takes a close look at the most common neurological disorder diagnosed in dogs. This work provides owners with discussions of nervous system function, and why seizures occur. It examines seizure triggers, and the clear links to metabolism and brain activity. It discusses traditional medical treatments, as well as various alternative therapies. |
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| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Neurobiology of the Epilepsies Jerome Engel, Jr., Istvan Mody, 2022-08-30 Neurobiology of the Epilepsies – From Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Textbook, 3rd Edition, provides a concise, up-to-date review of basic sciences and the latest research advances in epilepsy. Ideal for general neurologists and neurosurgeons, epilepsy/clinical neurophysiology specialists, basic scientists, clinical researchers, and other health care providers with an interest in epilepsy, this new volume by Drs. Istvan Mody, Hal Blumenfeld, Jerome Engel, Jr., Asla Ptkänen, Ivan Soltesz, and Annamaria Vezzani offers comprehensive, authoritative coverage of this critical and complex area of the field. |
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| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy John W. Miller, Howard P. Goodkin, 2014-01-06 Epilepsy is common but complex Epilepsy is a complicated neurological condition with variable manifestations, numerous etiologies, and a diverse range of treatments. It is a chronic disease that, in many cases, can be controlled. However, treatment requires accurate clinical evaluation to allow intelligent treatment choices. Epilepsy has been designed to help you develop these evaluation skills. Expert neurologists have distilled the evidence and combined their experience. They provide practical guidance to: The causes and classification of epilepsy Working up seizures Antiepileptic medications Pediatric epilepsy Adult epilepsy Emergency epilepsy Comorbidity and mortality of epilepsy Clinical in approach, practical in execution, Epilepsy is packed with tricks, tips, and focused advice to help you better manage your patients’ seizures. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: The Treatment of Epilepsy Simon Shorvon, Emilio Perucca, Jerome Engel, Jr., 2015-09-15 Highly Commended at the British Medical Association Book Awards 2016 The Treatment of Epilepsy, fourth edition, is a comprehensive reference and clinical guide to the pharmacological, medical and surgical options available in the treatment of epilepsy. The text is compiled by a group of internationally renowned editors and contributors and is now in full color and extensively illustrated The first two sections cover the background to, and principles of, treatment in different clinical situations Section three comprises a series of systematic reviews of contemporary drug therapy, devoting one chapter to each anti-epileptic drug and covering all clinically-relevant aspects Section four focuses on the surgical options, devoting individual chapters to each of the modalities of presurgical assessment and to each surgical operation or approach This 4th edition is extensively revised incorporating the many recent developments in therapy, and comprises 81 chapters from world experts from 18 countries |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy in Women Cynthia Harden, Sanjeev V. Thomas, Torbjorn Tomson, 2013-01-02 Epilepsy requires careful management and monitoring through a woman’s life Epilepsy is a complex disease. The hormonal changes women experience, both day-to-day menstrual fluctuations and the longer waxes and wanings of a reproductive lifetime, make the management of epilepsy even more complicated. At some point, the well-being of a second person, a fetus, might also have to be taken into account. Epilepsy in Women provides a detailed guide to this challenge. The wide-ranging approach encompasses all aspects of a woman’s life including: Social and psychological impacts The impact in reproductive life Contraception Pregnancy Fetal health and long term developmental outcomes Lactation Menopause Each practical chapter begins and ends with a case study that demonstrates the more general challenge. The authors develop themes to provide clinical guidance based on evidence and experience. Written and edited by an international cast of experts, Epilepsy in Women provides crucial tips and recommendations for neurologists and gynecologists who need to be aware of the subtle effects of epilepsy on woman’s life. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Imaging Acute Neurologic Disease Massimo Filippi, Jack H. Simon, 2014-09-11 A comprehensive survey of best practice in using diagnostic imaging in acute neurologic conditions. The symptom-based approach guides the choice of the available imaging tools for efficient, accurate, and cost-effective diagnosis. Effective examination algorithms integrate neurological and imaging concepts with the practical demands and constraints of emergency care. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Women with Epilepsy Esther Bui, Autumn M. Klein, 2014-07-31 This is a succinct, portable, essential guide to the practical management of women with epilepsy for busy clinicians. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy in Children Erin Conway, MS, RN, CPNP, Orrin Devinsky, MD, Courtney Schnabel Glick, MS, RD, CDN, 2015-12-02 For the parent of a child with epilepsy, an easy-to-read guide to understanding and managing the disorder while helping your child achieve and maintain a high quality of life. From a leading neurologist, experienced nurse practitioner, and registered dietician comes the complete guide to managing your childís life with epilepsy. Epilepsy in Children offers the practical advice and information you need to manage your childís seizures safely and effectively, understand the latest treatment options, and find hope for a seizure-free future. Key Features: Get the right diagnosis for your child and the correct treatment to reduce the frequency of seizures faster Learn the benefits and risks of pharmaceutical, surgical, and alternative therapies including the ketogenic diet Help your child maintain a normal life at school, with friends, and in sports and other activities Navigate the transitions from infancy and childhood, to puberty, to becoming a young adult |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Epilepsy Marco Mula, 2015-10-20 This book is an up-to-date, comprehensive review of the neuropsychiatry of epilepsy, by active authorities in the field, with an emphasis on clinical and management issues. A critical appraisal of the methodology and limitations of current research on the neuropsychiatry of epilepsy is provided, and unanswered questions and controversies are addressed. Pharmacological aspects of management are also discussed in order to enable the reader to manage these patients more safely. Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Epilepsy is aimed at neurologists, epileptologists, psychiatrists and neuropsychiatrists, and will also be of interest to psychologists and neuropsychologists, research and specialist nurses, clinical researchers and methodologists. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: The Epilepsies 3 Simon D. Shorvon, Timothy A. Pedley, 2009-01-01 This title in the acclaimed Blue Books of Neurology series highlights advances in epileptology and new ways of managing seizure disorders. Contributors from around the world-most new to this volume-lend a global perspective and provide the latest thinking on the new and controversial issues surrounding epilepsy. You'll find detailed discussions of difficulties in diagnosing and treating epilepsy, including the latest pharmacologic management strategies. This book covers the entire range of issues in epilepsy from basic science research to current clinical issues to medical and surgical therapeutics. Find all you need on critical issues in treating epilepsy and seizure disorders. Provides the expertise of new contributors and volume editors who are world-class authorities in the field for authoritative guidance. Features thoroughly updated content including new chapters-Seizure Prediction; Drug Resistance Genes; Cortical Myoclonus and Epilepsy; Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy; Seizures in the Elderly; Rasmussen's Encephalitis; Epilepsies Due to Monogenic Disorders of Metabolism; Epilepsy and Sleep; Long-term Effects of Seizures on Brain Structure and Function; Brain Stimulation in Epilepsy-for the most current information for use in the decision-making process. Includes coverage of the surgical management of epilepsy to help you determine when it's best to recommend surgery and for which patients. Emphasizes pharmacologic management of seizure patients that reflects advances in biotechnology and imaging. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Epilepsy Surgery and Intrinsic Brain Tumor Surgery Konstantinos Fountas, Eftychia Z. Kapsalaki, 2018-10-03 This book provides a comprehensive and practical guide for the safe and efficient management of patients with intrinsic brain tumors and medically intractable epilepsy. It presents in an easily understandable way the preoperative evaluation of these patients, starting from the clinical interpretation of conventional anatomical MR imaging and analyses the clinical significance of newer MR based imaging techniques such as diffusion and perfusion imaging. It demonstrates with clarity the role of MR spectroscopy and fractional anisotropy and diffusion tensor imaging in the preoperative assessment of these patients and how this data can be incorporated into the surgical planning. This book is aimed at neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neurologists, and epileptologists, and may also be of interest to neuropsychologists, neurophysiologists, radiation oncologists, and medical physicists. |
| epilepsy a comprehensive textbook: Neurology E-Book Geraint Fuller, Mark R. Manford, 2011-11-18 An introductory textbook of neurology in the Illustrated Colour Text series, making full use of all the usual features of the series - double page spreads, short paragraphs, summary boxes, attractive use of colour etc. - Clear explanation of neurological examination - often found very taxing by students. - Demonstrates how to approach common neurological presentations, such as blackouts and numbness, before moving on to a comprehensive coverage of syndromes and diseases. - Concentrates on the core curriculum which the medical student really needs to know. - Updated management in the light of new evidence and new drugs most notably in Parkinson's disease, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. - Images, particularly MRI scans, updated with more modern and higher resolution images. - Includes a new double-page spread on Sleep. - Extra material added on giddiness to include the head thrust test and Epley's manoeuvre. |
Epilepsy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · Epilepsy — also known as a seizure disorder — is a brain condition that causes recurring seizures. There are many types of epilepsy. In some people, the cause can be …
Epilepsy - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · The exam helps diagnose epilepsy and determine the type of epilepsy you may have. Blood tests. A blood sample can detect signs of infections, genetic conditions or other …
Epilepsia - Síntomas y causas - Mayo Clinic
Dec 30, 2023 · Síntomas. Los síntomas de las convulsiones varían según el tipo de convulsión. Dado que la epilepsia se debe a cierta actividad en el cerebro, las convulsiones pueden …
Epilepsy - Overview - Mayo Clinic
Mar 22, 2025 · As a Level 4 comprehensive epilepsy center, Mayo Clinic is positioned to identify the best treatment for people whose epilepsy doesn't respond to medicines. These treatment …
Seizures - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Nov 1, 2024 · A seizure is a sudden burst of electrical activity in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings and levels of consciousness. Epilepsy is defined as having two …
Epilepsy: Symptoms, Causes, Complications and What You Can Do
Nov 19, 2013 · Mayo Clinic Health System neurologist Andrew Reeves, M.D., helps explain epilepsy and seizures. Symptoms and types of seizures. Categorized as a spectrum disorder …
Explaining epilepsy - Mayo Clinic
Apr 28, 2023 · Around 3 million people in the U.S. have epilepsy, making it the fourth most common neurological disease after migraine, stroke and Alzheimer's. Epilepsy happens as a …
Epilepsy - Care at Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · Mayo Clinic epilepsy care teams have experience treating epilepsy to eliminate seizures or reduce the frequency and intensity of seizures in children and adults. Treatment …
Autoimmune epilepsy - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Dec 21, 2024 · An autoimmune epilepsy diagnosis begins with a physical exam and a review of your symptoms. Testings for autoimmune epilepsy includes lab tests, brain imaging and …
Epilepsy - Doctors and departments - Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · Mayo Clinic researchers have developed and studied many diagnostic and treatment tools for epilepsy. They include magnetic resonance imaging, subtraction ictal …
Epilepsy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · Epilepsy — also known as a seizure disorder — is a brain condition that causes recurring seizures. There are many types of epilepsy. In some people, the cause can be …
Epilepsy - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · The exam helps diagnose epilepsy and determine the type of epilepsy you may have. Blood tests. A blood sample can detect signs of infections, genetic conditions or other …
Epilepsia - Síntomas y causas - Mayo Clinic
Dec 30, 2023 · Síntomas. Los síntomas de las convulsiones varían según el tipo de convulsión. Dado que la epilepsia se debe a cierta actividad en el cerebro, las convulsiones pueden …
Epilepsy - Overview - Mayo Clinic
Mar 22, 2025 · As a Level 4 comprehensive epilepsy center, Mayo Clinic is positioned to identify the best treatment for people whose epilepsy doesn't respond to medicines. These treatment …
Seizures - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Nov 1, 2024 · A seizure is a sudden burst of electrical activity in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings and levels of consciousness. Epilepsy is defined as having two …
Epilepsy: Symptoms, Causes, Complications and What You Can Do
Nov 19, 2013 · Mayo Clinic Health System neurologist Andrew Reeves, M.D., helps explain epilepsy and seizures. Symptoms and types of seizures. Categorized as a spectrum disorder …
Explaining epilepsy - Mayo Clinic
Apr 28, 2023 · Around 3 million people in the U.S. have epilepsy, making it the fourth most common neurological disease after migraine, stroke and Alzheimer's. Epilepsy happens as a …
Epilepsy - Care at Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · Mayo Clinic epilepsy care teams have experience treating epilepsy to eliminate seizures or reduce the frequency and intensity of seizures in children and adults. Treatment …
Autoimmune epilepsy - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Dec 21, 2024 · An autoimmune epilepsy diagnosis begins with a physical exam and a review of your symptoms. Testings for autoimmune epilepsy includes lab tests, brain imaging and …
Epilepsy - Doctors and departments - Mayo Clinic
Oct 14, 2023 · Mayo Clinic researchers have developed and studied many diagnostic and treatment tools for epilepsy. They include magnetic resonance imaging, subtraction ictal …
