AES 2017

Researchers compared outcomes between patients treated with continuous infusion or repeated doses of nonbenzodiazepine anti-seizure medication.

Children were classified as those under 21 years old.

Treatment algorithms are needed for patients with epilepsy who present with evidence of bone loss.

Cannabidiol in oral solution was evaluated for safety, drop-seizure frequency, total-seizure frequency, and S/GIC change in patients with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.

Treatment with positive airway pressure may help retain or improve seizure control in patients with epilepsy and obstructive sleep apnea.

Patients undergoing treatment for ischemic stroke are at greater risk for seizure development.

Gabapentin (GBP)- and pregabalin (PGB)-induced myoclonus is commonly seen but rarely documented or discussed.

Preoperative cognitive function is a central component of predicting cognitive outcomes after resective epilepsy surgery.

Behavioral side effects are a common cause of levetiracetam discontinuation.

Results found that infants with an unknown epilepsy etiology, a normal MRI, an EEG displaying hypsarrhythmia, or those already receiving an AED were more likely to be administered ACTH.