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Unrecognized Focal Nonmotor Seizures in Adolescents Presenting to Emergency Departments.

Nora JandhyalaMonica FerrerJacob PellinenHadley T GreenwoodDennis J DlugosKristen L ParkLiu Lin ThioJacqueline A Frenchnull null
Published in: Neurology (2024)
Our study supports growing evidence that nonmotor seizures are often undiagnosed, with many individuals coming to attention only after conversion to motor seizures. We found this treatment gap is exacerbated in the adolescent population. Our study highlights a critical need for physicians to inquire about the symptoms of nonmotor seizures, even when the presenting seizure is motor. Future interventions should focus on improving nonmotor seizure recognition for this population in EDs.
Keyphrases
  • parkinson disease
  • young adults
  • temporal lobe epilepsy
  • physical activity
  • primary care
  • deep brain stimulation
  • working memory
  • depressive symptoms
  • current status