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View article: Seizure recurrence after <scp>GLP</scp> ‐1 receptor agonist initiation in adults with epilepsy
Seizure recurrence after <span>GLP</span> ‐1 receptor agonist initiation in adults with epilepsy Open
Objective To examine whether initiation of glucagon‐like peptide‐1 receptor agonists (GLP‐1 RAs) is associated with seizure recurrence and related outcomes in adults with epilepsy and type 2 diabetes. Methods We conducted a retrospective c…
View article: 24-Hour Video EEG in the Evaluation of the Seizure-Free Patient Before Antiseizure Medication Withdrawal
24-Hour Video EEG in the Evaluation of the Seizure-Free Patient Before Antiseizure Medication Withdrawal Open
Purpose: In patients with epilepsy who achieve seizure freedom, physicians may consider discontinuing antiseizure medications, often using EEG beforehand to guide the decision. This study evaluates the gain in detection of epileptiform dis…
View article: Availability and affordability of cannabinoids for epilepsy treatment across different geographic settings—A survey from the <scp>ILAE</scp> Plant‐Based Therapy Task Force
Availability and affordability of cannabinoids for epilepsy treatment across different geographic settings—A survey from the <span>ILAE</span> Plant‐Based Therapy Task Force Open
Pharmacoresistant seizures remain a major challenge for the global epilepsy community. Hence, approval of highly purified pharmaceutical grade cannabidiol (CBD) for Dravet syndrome (DS), Lennox–Gastaut syndrome (LGS), and refractory seizur…
View article: Epilepsy Diagnosis When the Routine Ancillary Tests Are Normal
Epilepsy Diagnosis When the Routine Ancillary Tests Are Normal Open
Background/Objectives: In a patient suspected of having epilepsy, routine EEG primarily contributes to the recording of interictal epileptiform discharges (IEDs). Similarly, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become the gold standard ima…
View article: Epilepsy Diagnosis When the Routine Ancillary Tests Are Normal
Epilepsy Diagnosis When the Routine Ancillary Tests Are Normal Open
Epilepsy is a clinical diagnosis. In a patient suspected of epilepsy, the main contribution of routine EEG is to record interictal epileptiform discharges (IEDs) which include spikes, sharp waves, spike-and-wave discharges, sharp-and-wave …
View article: Unlocking new frontiers in epilepsy through AI: From seizure prediction to personalized medicine
Unlocking new frontiers in epilepsy through AI: From seizure prediction to personalized medicine Open
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing epilepsy care by advancing seizure detection, enhancing diagnostic precision, and enabling personalized treatment. Machine learning and deep learning technologies improve seizure monitoring, …
View article: Exploring the neuroprotective role of GLP-1 agonists against Alzheimer's disease: Real-world evidence from a propensity-matched cohort
Exploring the neuroprotective role of GLP-1 agonists against Alzheimer's disease: Real-world evidence from a propensity-matched cohort Open
Background Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a leading cause of dementia with societal and economic burdens. While recent therapies offer disease-modifying potential, concerns remain about efficacy and safety. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor ag…
View article: Corneal Confocal Microscopy Identifies and Differentiates Patients With Multiple Sclerosis and Epilepsy
Corneal Confocal Microscopy Identifies and Differentiates Patients With Multiple Sclerosis and Epilepsy Open
CCM identifies and differentiates patients with MS and epilepsy, albeit with moderate performance. Further validation, with a larger sample size, is needed.
View article: New-Onset Refractory Status Epilepticus (NORSE)
New-Onset Refractory Status Epilepticus (NORSE) Open
New-onset refractory status epilepticus (NORSE) is defined as refractory status epilepticus without an obvious cause after initial investigations; “Initial” means 24 to 48 hours, to exclude stroke, other structural brain damage, drug overd…
View article: Harnessing artificial intelligence for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological emergencies: a comprehensive review of recent advances and future directions
Harnessing artificial intelligence for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological emergencies: a comprehensive review of recent advances and future directions Open
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of neurology, offering innovative solutions for diagnosing and managing emergent neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and acute spinal cord injur…
View article: Clozapine abrupt cessation fueling overlap neuroleptic malignant syndrome and serotonin syndrome with oculomotor dysfunction: a case report
Clozapine abrupt cessation fueling overlap neuroleptic malignant syndrome and serotonin syndrome with oculomotor dysfunction: a case report Open
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) and Serotonin Syndrome (SS) are life-threatening conditions caused by adverse reactions to neuroleptics and antidepressant medications. The overlap of both syndromes is rare but has been described previ…
View article: Non-Convulsive Status Epilepticus (NCSE): Definition, Recognition, Electroencephalographic Findings, and Diagnosis
Non-Convulsive Status Epilepticus (NCSE): Definition, Recognition, Electroencephalographic Findings, and Diagnosis Open
Non-convulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) is being increasingly recognized in many patient populations, especially in patients with altered mental status (AMS) admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU), where its frequency is the highest. B…
View article: Dosage, time, and polytherapy dependent effects of different levetiracetam regimens on cognitive function
Dosage, time, and polytherapy dependent effects of different levetiracetam regimens on cognitive function Open
View article: Atypical Management of Stroke Caused by Mucormycosis: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Atypical Management of Stroke Caused by Mucormycosis: Case Report and Review of the Literature Open
Mucormycosis is an opportunistic infection that affects immunocompromised patients, especially those with uncontrolled diabetes. Clinical presentation depends on the site of infection. Complications arise when the pathogen invades the host…
View article: Epidemiology of Status Epilepticus
Epidemiology of Status Epilepticus Open
The incidence of status epilepticus has varied between studies because of the evolving definition of status epilepticus, variable populations, variable methodology, and improved diagnosis over time. The annual incidence range in early stud…
View article: Contraversive Ocular Tilt Reaction with Contralesional Pseudo-Abducens Palsy in a Patient with Thalamomesencephalic Stroke
Contraversive Ocular Tilt Reaction with Contralesional Pseudo-Abducens Palsy in a Patient with Thalamomesencephalic Stroke Open
We report a patient presenting with unique neuroophthalmological features of contraversive ocular tilt reaction and concomitant contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy. Magnetic resonance imaging confirmed the presence of an acute infarct in …
View article: Status Epilepticus in Children
Status Epilepticus in Children Open
Status epilepticus (SE) is an acute, one of the most common, life threatening emergency conditions in children and adolescence. According to the ILAE commission, SE is defined as a condition resulting either from the failure of the mechani…
View article: Neurocysticercosis in non-endemic regions: The experience of Qatar
Neurocysticercosis in non-endemic regions: The experience of Qatar Open
Objective To describe the occurrence and features of Neurocystircercosis (NCC) in Qatar. Background Qatar has a mixed population of natives and expats. NCC is not endemic to the region, but clinical practice suggests its occurrence in larg…
View article: Supplementary Material for: Case Report Contraversive ocular tilt reaction with contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy in a patient with thalamomesencephalic stroke
Supplementary Material for: Case Report Contraversive ocular tilt reaction with contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy in a patient with thalamomesencephalic stroke Open
We report a patient presenting with unique neuroophthalmological features of contraversive ocular tilt reaction and concomitant contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy. Magnetic resonance imaging confirmed the presence of an acute infarct in …
View article: Supplementary Material for: Case Report Contraversive ocular tilt reaction with contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy in a patient with thalamomesencephalic stroke
Supplementary Material for: Case Report Contraversive ocular tilt reaction with contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy in a patient with thalamomesencephalic stroke Open
We report a patient presenting with unique neuroophthalmological features of contraversive ocular tilt reaction and concomitant contralesional pseudo-abducens palsy. Magnetic resonance imaging confirmed the presence of an acute infarct in …
View article: Effect of Reperfusion Therapies on Incidence of Early Post-Stroke Seizures
Effect of Reperfusion Therapies on Incidence of Early Post-Stroke Seizures Open
Objective: This study aimed to determine the effect of reperfusion therapies on the occurrence of early post-stroke seizures (PSS) in patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS). Background: Reperfusion therapies are paramount to the treatme…
View article: Seizure clusters
Seizure clusters Open
Acute repetitive seizures, also called seizure clusters, are common phenomena in patients with epilepsy. They are a burden on patients and their caregivers and may be very disruptive to the patients' lives. They may progress to prolonged s…
View article: Periodic EEG Patterns in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Definition, Recognition and Clinical Significance
Periodic EEG Patterns in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Definition, Recognition and Clinical Significance Open
Periodic electroencephalographic (EEG) patterns are frequently recorded during ICU EEG monitoring in patients with altered mental status; these EEG features represent electrical discharges, ictal in appearance, occuring at regular interval…
View article: Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for epilepsy treatment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for epilepsy treatment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region Open
The use of CAM and consultation of traditional healers for the treatment of epilepsy has so far been widespread practice for centuries in the MENA region. Lack of health professionals and non-adherence to conventional epilepsy treatment ar…
View article: 24-Hour video EEG in the evaluation of the first unprovoked seizure
24-Hour video EEG in the evaluation of the first unprovoked seizure Open
View article: Unexpected brain imaging findings in patients with seizures
Unexpected brain imaging findings in patients with seizures Open
View article: Dramatic outcomes in epilepsy: depression, suicide, injuries, and mortality
Dramatic outcomes in epilepsy: depression, suicide, injuries, and mortality Open
In this narrative review, we will discuss some of the significant risks and dramatic consequences that are associated with epilepsy: depression, suicide, seizure-related injuries, and mortality, both in adults and in children. Considering …
View article: Pregnancy-related issues in women with multiple sclerosis: an evidence-based review with practical recommendations
Pregnancy-related issues in women with multiple sclerosis: an evidence-based review with practical recommendations Open
Objective: To review the current evidence regarding pregnancy-related issues in multiple sclerosis (MS) and to provide recommendations specific for each of them. Research design and methods: A systematic review was performed …
View article: Prevalence and Incidence of Drug-Resistant Temporal Lobe Epilepsy in Qatar
Prevalence and Incidence of Drug-Resistant Temporal Lobe Epilepsy in Qatar Open
Background: Information on the epidemiology of temporal lobe epilepsy associated with hippocampal sclerosis (TLE-HS) from Qatar and the developing countries is scarce. To acquire knowledge on the incidence and prevalence of drug-resistant …
View article: Severe rebound disease activity after fingolimod withdrawal in a pregnant woman with multiple sclerosis managed with rituximab: A case study
Severe rebound disease activity after fingolimod withdrawal in a pregnant woman with multiple sclerosis managed with rituximab: A case study Open