Onchocerciasis‐associated epilepsy: From recent epidemiological and clinical findings to policy implications
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DOI: 10.1002/epi4.12054
Abstract: A high prevalence of epilepsy is reported in many onchocerciasis‐endemic regions. In this paper we discuss recent epidemiological and clinical aspects as well as public health implications of onchocerciasis‐associated epilepsy (OAE) and propose a strategy… read more here.
Keywords: epidemiological clinical; onchocerciasis associated; implications onchocerciasis; recent epidemiological ... See more keywords
Onchocerca volvulus is not detected in the cerebrospinal fluid of persons with onchocerciasis-associated epilepsy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2019.11.029
Abstract: Highlights • Onchocerca volvulus microfilariae were not detected in the cerebrospinal fluid.• The pathophysiology of onchocerciasis-associated epilepsy remains to be elucidated.• Onchocerciasis-associated epilepsy may be mediated by an (auto)immune mechanism. read more here.
Keywords: onchocerciasis associated; detected cerebrospinal; onchocerca volvulus; associated epilepsy ... See more keywords
Onchocerciasis-Associated Epilepsy, an Additional Reason for Strengthening Onchocerciasis Elimination Programs.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pt.2017.11.009
Abstract: A high prevalence of epilepsy has been observed in onchocerciasis-endemic regions with high onchocerciasis transmission. Recent epidemiological studies suggest that Onchocerca volvulus infection is the trigger causing the seizures, which appear in previously healthy children… read more here.
Keywords: reason strengthening; onchocerciasis associated; additional reason; strengthening onchocerciasis ... See more keywords
Cardiac biomarkers associated with epilepsy in a captive baboon pedigree
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DOI: 10.1111/epi.16359
Abstract: The epileptic baboon provides a natural model of idiopathic generalized epilepsy and sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP). This retrospective, case‐controlled study aims to evaluate cardiac biomarkers of epilepsy, specifically QT‐interval prolongation and heart rate… read more here.
Keywords: captive baboon; baboon; cardiac biomarkers; associated epilepsy ... See more keywords
Treatment-Resistant Epilepsy and Tuberous Sclerosis Complex: Treatment, Maintenance, and Future Directions
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DOI: 10.2147/ndt.s347327
Abstract: Abstract Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a neurogenetic disorder that affects multiple organ systems, including the heart, kidneys, eyes, skin, and central nervous system. The neurologic manifestations have the highest morbidity and mortality, in particular… read more here.
Keywords: tsc associated; associated epilepsy; treatment; tuberous sclerosis ... See more keywords
The role of neurosurgery in the management of tuberous sclerosis complex-associated epilepsy: a systematic review.
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DOI: 10.3171/2022.2.focus21789
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant, multisystem neurocutaneous disorder associated with cortical tubers, brain lesions seen in nearly all patients with TSC, which are frequently epileptogenic. Seizures are often the earliest clinical… read more here.
Keywords: seizure; tsc; associated epilepsy; tuberous sclerosis ... See more keywords
Molecular Imaging of Brain Tumor-Associated Epilepsy
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DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics10121049
Abstract: Epilepsy is a common clinical manifestation and a source of significant morbidity in patients with brain tumors. Neuroimaging has a pivotal role in neuro-oncology practice, including tumor detection, differentiation, grading, treatment guidance, and posttreatment monitoring.… read more here.
Keywords: tumor associated; molecular imaging; associated epilepsy; brain tumor ... See more keywords
Status Epilepticus in Chromosomal Disorders Associated with Epilepsy: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.3390/genes14020299
Abstract: Status Epilepticus (SE) is a neurological emergency resulting from the failure of mechanisms of seizure termination or from the initiation of mechanisms that lead to prolonged seizures. The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) identified 13… read more here.
Keywords: disorders associated; status epilepticus; review; status ... See more keywords