Research advances in circadian rhythm of epileptic seizures.
- Author:
Wen-Qi YANG
1
;
Hong LI
Author Information
1. Pediatric Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510282, China. 876151371@qq.com.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Circadian Rhythm;
physiology;
Epilepsy;
drug therapy;
physiopathology;
Humans
- From:
Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics
2017;19(1):126-129
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
The time phase of epileptic seizures has attracted more and more attention. Epileptic seizures have their own circadian rhythm. The same type of epilepsy has different seizure frequencies in different time periods and states (such as sleeping/awakening state and natural day/night cycle). The circadian rhythm of epileptic seizures has complex molecular and endocrine mechanisms, and currently there are several hypotheses. Clarification of the circadian rhythm of epileptic seizures and prevention and administration according to such circadian rhythm can effectively control seizures and reduce the adverse effects of drugs. The research on the circadian rhythm of epileptic seizures provides a new idea for the treatment of epilepsy.
