Understanding Seizures and Epilepsy

Understanding Seizures and Epilepsy

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What is the main clinical pattern used to classify seizures?

Focal seizures

What is the population prevalence of epilepsy according to the text?

0.7-0.8%

When does the text state that epilepsy is most likely to start?

Before the age of 20 or after the age of 60

What is defined as a sudden synchronous discharge of cerebral neurons causing symptoms or signs apparent either to the patient or to an observer?

<p>Seizure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is epilepsy defined as in relation to recurrent epileptic seizures?

<p>'An ongoing liability'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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