Prevalence and incidence of epilepsy in Latin America and the Caribbean: A systematic review and meta-analysis of population-based studies.
Carlos Alva DiazAlba Navarro-FloresOscar Rivera-TorrejonAndrely Huerta-RosarioRoberto A MolinaVictor Velasquez-RimachiCristian Morán-MariñosChandel FarroñayJosmel Pacheco-MendozaTatiana MetcalfJorge G BurneoKevin Pacheco-BarriosPublished in: Epilepsia (2021)
The epilepsy prevalence and incidence in LAC are higher than worldwide estimates, being constant since 1990 and strongly influenced by NCC. We identified high between-study heterogeneity and significant methodological limitations (e.g., heterogeneous definitions, lack of longitudinal studies). The region needs upgraded research using standardized definitions and diagnostic methods, and urgent action against preventable causes.