Living with Epilepsy, Mechanisms
Researchers investigated whether starting a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) is associated with lower seizure recurrence and related outcomes in adults with both epilepsy and type 2 diabetes.
Tech/AI
EpiScalp uses algorithms trained on dynamic network models to map brainwave patterns and identify hidden signs of epilepsy from a single routine EEG.
Post-Traumatic Epilepsy
In a recent study, researchers discovered evidence that a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at least 5 years before a diagnosis of epilepsy was associated with a higher rate of mortality in U.S. military veterans.
CBD, Treatment
A common kitchen spice may be used to create a new class of cannabidiol (CBD)-like medicines that show powerful seizure-reducing effects.
Treatment
Researchers harness the intricate connectivity networks between the thalamus and cortex — termed thalamocortical hodology — to potentially treat focal epilepsy.
Genetics, Rare Epilepsies, Treatment
New gene therapy reversed symptoms related to SYNGAP1-related disorders (SRD) in mice, according to Allen Institute study.
SUDEP
The findings pave the way for future approaches such as genetic screening and targeted therapies to help safeguard individuals with epilepsy who are at heightened risk of SUDEP.
Infantile Spasms, Rare Epilepsies
Researchers performed comprehensive immune profiling to identify distinct patterns of immune dysregulation, focused on specific immune cells.
Pediatric Epilepsy, Tech/AI
The tool can identify small focal cortical dysplasias on imaging that are typically missed by radiologists.
