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Issues in Patients With Severe Epilepsy. Program Goal. Disclaimer. Defining Severe Epilepsy. The Challenges of Severe Epilepsy. “Severe” May Be in the Eye of the Beholder. Diagnosis. Right Seizure Type -- Wrong Syndrome. Reviewing the Case. Reviewing the Case (cont). - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Issues in Patients With Severe Epilepsy
Program Goal
Disclaimer
Defining Severe Epilepsy
The Challenges of Severe Epilepsy
“Severe” May Be in the Eye of the Beholder
Diagnosis
Right Seizure Type -- Wrong Syndrome
Reviewing the Case
Reviewing the Case (cont)
A Rational Approach to Treatment
Seizure Diaries Are Often Valuable
Addressing Frustration
Case Example
Right Diagnosis – Wrong Drug?
Rescue Plans
Managing Adverse Effects
Beyond Medication
The Surgical Option
The Broader Context
Summary and Key Points
Abbreviations
References
References (cont)