Scientists discovered the important role alpha2delta4 between the nerve cells, a puzzle piece that plays a decisive role in the development of epilepsies and is a possible starting point for therapies.
Genetics
A Global Epilepsy Whole Genome Study will sequence 1,000 patients diagnosed with epilepsy over the next nine months, further advancing the research and development of gene therapies for epilepsy.
SUDEP
Low interictal hypercapnic ventilatory response may increase the risk of severe respiratory depression and SUDEP after generalized convulsive seizures and warrants further study.
The primary outcome measure was the 46-item Attitudes and Beliefs about Living with Epilepsy (ABLE) scale, scored on a five-point Likert scale.
This paper reviews the largely unexplored role of neuroendocrine factors in epilepsy-related depression, focusing on Growth Hormone.
The first model of mitochondrial epilepsy has been described by researchers.
This webinar focuses on the research surrounding epilepsy and pregnancy, as well as provide strategies to help minimize risks for both mother and baby.
Infants born over 1 week early or over 1 week late may be at increased risk for epilepsy compared with term infants born at 39 or 40 weeks gestational age, according to a study.
Ketogenic Diet
A recent clinical study explored the effects of ketogenic supplements on delaying oxygen-induced seizures in a preclinical study.
