The definition of intractable epilepsy and its treatment
10.3760/cma.j.issn.2095-428X.2016.12.003
- VernacularTitle:难治性癫痫的定义和治疗选择
- Author:
Lin YANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Intractable epilepsy;
Antiepileptic drugs;
Ketogenic diet;
Surgery
- From:
Chinese Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics
2016;31(12):887-890
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
International League Against Epilepsy define intractable epilepsy as failure of adequate trials of 2 used antiepileptic drugs schedules (whether as monotherapies or in combination) to achieve seizure freedom.Intractable epilepsy often requires a combination of drugs,or other treatment options (ketogenic diet,surgical treatment,etc.).Therefore,it is very important to familiar with the definition of intractable epilepsy,also the main characteristics of the treatments,which can reduce the onset of children,improve cognition,and improve the patient's quality of life.
