Schachter, Steven C.

An introduction to epilepsy [electronic resource] / Steven C. Schachter. - London : Henry Stewart Talks, 2011. - 1 online resource (1 streaming video file (34 min.) : color, sound). - Epilepsy and seizures : causation, diagnosis and management, 2056-452X . - Henry Stewart talks. Biomedical & life sciences collection. Epilepsy and seizures. .

Animated audio-visual presentation with synchronized narration. Title from title frames.

Contents: Principles of accurate diagnosis -- Definitions and epidemiology -- Seizures that are not epilepsy -- Disorders that mimic seizures -- The underlining cause of seizure -- Patients' medical history -- Neurological examination & Lab evaluation -- Principles of AED therapy -- Factors that help determine type of treatment -- Elderly -- Comprehensive management: non-AED issues -- Strategies to enhance outcomes -- Patient education resources -- Epilepsy-related issues -- Driving -- Referral to epileptologist.

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