The Postictal Phase in Canine Idiopathic Epilepsy: Semiology, Management, and Impact on the Quality of Life from the Owners' Perspective.
Charlotte KähnNina MeyerhoffSebastian MellerJasmin Nicole NesslerHolger Andreas VolkMarios CharalambousPublished in: Animals : an open access journal from MDPI (2023)
Overall, this survey shows that specific postictal signs are common and have a notable impact on the perceived quality of life of both dogs and their owners. According to the respondents, antiseizure medication might have no influence on the postictal phase in most cases, in contrast to other nonpharmacological measures. Further research on the management of the postictal phase is vital for improving the quality of life of dogs with seizure disorders and their owners.