This systematic review and analysis examines the prevalence of 20 psychiatric disorders in persons with epilepsy compared with persons without epilepsy.
Tag: Epilepsy
Neuropsychiatric manifestations following chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy for cancer: a systematic review of clinical outcomes and management strategies
Background Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapy has emerged as a transformative modality in the treatment of patients with cancer. However, it is increasingly evident that this therapeutic approach is not without its challenges. The unique nature of CAR-T cells as living drugs introduces a distinct set of side effects. As the application of CAR-T… Continue reading Neuropsychiatric manifestations following chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy for cancer: a systematic review of clinical outcomes and management strategies
Online Intervention Offers Hope for Epilepsy Stigma
Four sequential modules address stress, identifying stigma, cognitive behavioral strategies, and problem-solving. Medscape Medical News
[Comment] Autoimmune encephalitis: diagnostic challenges and tensions
Autoimmune encephalitis is an important and treatable cause of acute or subacute neurological disturbance. To optimise outcomes, several factors are crucial. First, education of the medical community is a priority, so that autoimmune encephalitis is considered in the differential diagnosis of diverse presentations such as new onset psychosis, seizures, and cognitive decline. Second, to support… Continue reading [Comment] Autoimmune encephalitis: diagnostic challenges and tensions
GLP-1 RAs May Cut Risk for Late-Onset Epilepsy
Newer glucose-lowering drugs reduce the risk for late-onset seizures and epilepsy by 24%, with GLP-1 RAs cutting the risk by 33%, new research showed. Medscape Medical News
Survey Reveals Wide Practice Range for Seizure Clusters
A group of 15 experts showed wide ranging definitions, prompting a call for guidelines. Medscape Medical News
Epilepsy Tied to Higher Risk for Psychiatric Comorbidities
The prevalence of multiple psychiatric comorbidities is significantly higher in people with epilepsy than in those without the condition, a new meta-analysis suggests. Medscape Medical News
‘Urgent Need’ to Examine Anti-Seizure Medication Pricing
Prices of brand-name anti-seizure medications almost doubled over a recent 10-year period, whereas prices of generic versions decreased. Medscape Medical News
ARBs Cut Epilepsy Risk in Patients with Hypertension
Mounting research suggested angiotensin receptor blockers reduce the risk for epilepsy in patents with hypertension and stroke. Medscape Medical News
Few Focal Epilepsy Cases Controlled by Initial ASM Treatment
Only about 27% of patients newly diagnosed with focal epilepsy are seizure-free on initial anti-seizure medications, new research suggested. Medscape Medical News