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Does Epilepsy Medication Use in Pregnancy Affect Child’s Neurodevelopment?

Lamotrigine and/or levetiracetam taken during pregnancy were not linked to development delays in children at 3 years.

Nonepileptic Attack Disorder Is Associated With Poor Sleep Quality

This study was designed to investigate subjective and objective sleep impairments of those with nonepileptic attack disorder (NEAD) and if reported sleep disturbances reflect objective sleep impairment.

Current Role of Seizure Detection Devices in Patients with Epilepsy

This review examined the mechanism of action and efficacy of the 5 main categories of seizure detection devices used to provide accurate seizure count and alert caregivers.

AAN: Fetal Exposure to Antiseizure Meds Has No Neuropsychological Impact

Children with fetal antiseizure medication (ASM) exposure do not have neurodevelopmental delays to age 3 years.

The Bidirectional Relationship of Sleep and Epilepsy: More Research Needed

While there has recently been a surge in research regarding the complex relationship between sleep and epilepsy, there still remain gaps in knowledge that must be addressed.

Pregnant Women With Epilepsy More Likely to Have Medication Altered Following Seizure

A team of researchers investigated seizure frequency and medication dose alteration in pregnant and nonpregnant women with epilepsy.

Undiagnosed Depression and Anxiety in Children and Youth With Epilepsy May Contribute To Suicide

This study explores the issue of suicidality in children and youth with epilepsy and psychiatric comorbidities.

Practice Tips for Epilepsy Telehealth Visits From AES2020

Marvin A. Rossi, MD, PhD, discusses strategies for optimizing telehealth for epilepsy visits.

In-Home Telehealth Model for Epilepsy Is Highly Rated by NPs and MDs

Erin Fecske, DNP, APRN, presents a model for optimizing in-home and facilitated epilepsy telehealth visits at AES2020.

Late-Onset Epilepsy Associated With Increased Risk for Subsequent Stroke

This systematic review identified studies related to late-onset epilepsy (LOE) to investigate the association between LOE and subsequent stroke and Alzheimer dementia.

Higher Doses of Midazolam May Reduce Rescue Therapy Need in Status Epilepticus

Researchers investigated benzodiazepine use in people with status epilepticus, and the relationship between a low dose, breakthrough seizures, and respiratory support in this population.

Next-Generation Sequencing Helps Identify Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Researchers performed a systematic review of PubMed literature until May2020 including clinical sequencing studies that utilized next-generation sequencing (NGS) in individuals with epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or intellectual disability (ID).

The Bi-Directional Association Between Dementia and Epilepsy

Dementia and epilepsy have a bi-directional relationship as either condition has approximately a 2-fold probability of developing the other.

Vimpat Approved for Primary Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures

The FDA also approved Vimpat Injection for use in pediatric patients 4 years of age and older.

Maternal Use of Anti-Seizure Drugs, Risk of Autism and ADHD in Offspring

Maternal use of valproic acid during pregnancy may increase risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in offspring.

Telehealth Associated With Reduced Seizures in Veterans With Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures

Treatment of veterans with psychogenic nonepileptic seizures PNES using video telehealth is associated with significant seizure reduction.

Room Temperature Stable Fosphenytoin Gets FDA Approval

The product is a ready-to-dilute, room temperature stable formulation of fosphenytoin for IV injection, which allows for point-of-care storage.

Direct Imaging May Localize Seizure Onset Zone in Patients With Focal Epilepsy

Direct imaging with high-density electroencephalography may localize seizure onset zone prior to surgery planning in patients with focal epilepsy.

Time to Diagnosis Longer for Subtle Seizures in Focal Epilepsy

Patients with new-onset focal epilepsy with subtle seizures experience prolonged time to diagnosis.

Long-Term Outcomes of New Onset Super Refractory Status Epilepticus

Study findings present 71% of patients with new-onset super refractory status epilepticus as having good or fair outcomes at long-term follow-up.