Seizures in HIV: The case for special consideration
ConclusionFor HIV + patients presenting with seizures/epilepsy the ASD prescription and the provision of supplementary support services needs to be carefully considered. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Autoimmune encephalitis associated with two antibodies
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 10Author(s): Nikolai Gil D. Reyes, Mario B. Prado, Christian Wilson R. Turalde, Marc Laurence L. Fernandez (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Unusual seizure evolution: Focal-general-focal-general
We present another unusual type characterized by focal onset with secondary generalization, that is followed immediately by continued focal activity that generalizes again without an intervening break. Better understanding of these seizure types may allow improved targeted therapies and help shed light on the mechanistic underpinnings of epilepsy. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Evaluation of perampanel as monotherapy for focal seizures: Experience from open-label extension studies
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 9Author(s): Patrick Kwan, Scott Mintzer, Antonio Laurenza, Anna Patten, Karen CartwrightAbstractPerampanel, a selective, non-competitive α-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid (AMPA) receptor antagonist, is approved for adjunctive treatment of focal seizures, with or without secondarily generalized seizures, and for primary generalized tonic–clonic seizures in patients with epilepsy aged ≥ 12 years. Perampanel was recently approved for monotherapy use for focal seizures in the U.S.A. Anti-seizure drug monotherapy may be pref...
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Development and use of the art therapy seizure assessment sculpture on an inpatient epilepsy monitoring unit
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 9Author(s): Sarah E. Brown, Tamara Shella, Elia Pestana-Knight (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
An interaction between warfarin and cannabidiol, a case report
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 9Author(s): Leslie Grayson, Brannon Vines, Kate Nichol, Jerzy P. Szaflarski, for the UAB CBD Program (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Anterior corpus callosotomy in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy: Invasive EEG findings and seizure outcomes
We examined ictal scalp and intracranial electroencephalogram (iEEG) recordings in 16 patients being evaluated for anterior CC alone or CC in combination with focal resection, to determine the role of the iEEG in predicting postoperative seizure outcomes. In our cohort, CC improved generalized atonic seizures and focal seizures with impaired awareness but did not alter outcomes for generalized tonic–clonic or tonic seizures. Invasive EEG prior to CC did not refine the prediction of postsurgical seizure outcomes in patients with inconclusive scalp EEG. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Recurrent catamenial status epilepticus: Is it rare or an under recognized phenomenon in women with epilepsy?
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 9Author(s): Albi J. Chalissery, Emer Murphy, Gerard Mullins, Peter Widdess-Walsh, Ronan Kilbride, Norman Delanty (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Sub-lobar dysplasia — A comprehensive evaluation with neuroimaging, magnetoencephalography and histopathology
We report a right temporal sublobar dysplasia, with detailed evaluation including neuroimaging, magnetoencephalography and histopathology to further characterize the pathology. Additional pathological features included a deep collateral sulcus in the basal right temporal lobe, thinned out right corticospinal tract, and bilateral asymmetric basal ganglia changes. Magnetoencephalograpy localized the seizure focus to the posterior margin of the dysplasia. Histopathological evaluation helped exclude other types of dysplasia. Similar to a previous study, the child had Engel 1a outcome. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Conjoint glutamic acid decarboxylase 65 and P/Q voltage gated calcium channel antibodies in autoimmune epilepsy: A case report
This report highlights a possible role of P/Q VGCC antibodies in the pathogenesis of autoimmune epilepsy. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Can the combination of hyperthermia, seizures and ion channel dysfunction cause fatal post-ictal cerebral edema in patients with SCN1A mutations?
We report on our patient and discuss whether the combination of hyperthermia and ion channel dysfunction may not only trigger seizures but also a fatal pathophysiological cascade of cerebral edema and herniation leading to cardiorespiratory collapse. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Pilot data on responsive epilepsy neurostimulation, measures of sleep apnea and continuous glucose measurements
ConclusionHippocampal nighttime responsive neurostimulation therapies did not appear to worsen measures of normal or abnormal sleep. (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Emotional stimuli-provoked seizures potentially misdiagnosed as psychogenic non-epileptic attacks: A case of temporal lobe epilepsy with amygdala enlargement
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 9Author(s): Hidetaka Tamune, Go Taniguchi, Susumu Morita, Yousuke Kumakura, Shinsuke Kondo, Kiyoto KasaiAbstractThe association between emotional stimuli and temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) is largely unknown. Here, we report the case of a depressed, 50-year-old female complaining of episodes of a “spaced out” experience precipitated by emotional stimuli. Psychogenic non-epileptic attacks were suspected. However, video-EEG coupled with emotional stimuli-provoked procedures and MRI findings of amygdala enlargement, led to the diagnosis of left TLE. Accu...
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation directed to a seizure focus localized by high-density EEG: A case report
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 10Author(s): Robert Fisher, Jing Zhou, Adam Fogarty, Aditya Joshi, Matthew Markert, Gayle K. Deutsch, Mariel VelezAbstractWe demonstrate feasibility of using high-density EEG to map a neocortical seizure focus in conjunction with delivery of magnetic therapy. Our patient had refractory seizures affecting the left leg. A five-day course of placebo stimulation followed a month later by active rTMS was directed to the mapped seizure dipole. Active rTMS resulted in reduced EEG spiking, and shortening of seizure duration compared to placebo. Seizure frequenc...
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Seizure freedom following surgery for multi-focal epilepsy due to cerebral malaria
Publication date: 2018Source: Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports, Volume 9Author(s): Peraya Piromruen, Chusak Limotai (Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports)
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - July 10, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
