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[Transient cognitive disorder from sub clinical paroxysmal EEG activity].

C Casas-Fernández1, F Belmonte-Avilés, M V Fernández-Fernández

  • 1Seccion de Nuropediatría. Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, Murcia, España. ccasas@forodigital.es

Revista De Neurologia
|October 10, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Transient cognitive disorder (TCD) is linked to epileptiform EEG discharges, impacting children's neuropsychological development. Early detection through thorough evaluation is crucial for effective treatment of these conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Pediatrics
  • Epileptology

Context:

  • Transient cognitive disorder (TCD) is characterized by decreased reaction time during epileptiform EEG discharges without overt seizures.
  • Childhood epilepsy, particularly benign partial idiopathic epilepsy with centrotemporal spikes (BIE CS), is associated with various neuropsychological issues.
  • Neuropsychological manifestations are a significant reason for pediatric consultations.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the relationship between TCD episodes and neuropsychological conditions in infants.
  • To analyze the connection between interictal disorders in children with BIE CS and their neuropsychological manifestations.

Summary:

  • Subclinical epileptiform EEG discharges were observed in children with neuropsychological disorders, correlating with attention deficits and hyperactivity.

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  • Children with BIE CS exhibited a high prevalence of perceptive and psychomotor disorders, with language alterations more pronounced in left-hemisphere cases.
  • Anxiety traits were prevalent in 80% of BIE CS patients, linked to their seizure history.

    • Impact:

    • Findings suggest a link between neuropsychological disorders and epileptic EEG discharges.
    • Highlights the need for comprehensive diagnostic protocols, including video EEG monitoring, for accurate diagnosis.
    • Emphasizes the importance of accurate neuropsychological assessment in guiding potential pharmacological treatments.