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[Depression and epilepsy].

B Martínez-Pérez1, E González-Goizueta, J A Mauri-Llerda

  • 1Servicio de Psiquiatría, Departamento de Medicina y Psiquiatría, Hospital Clínico Universitario, Zaragoza, España. martbelen@eremas.com

Revista De Neurologia
|October 22, 2002
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Depression affects one in three people with epilepsy, influenced by biological and psychosocial factors. Treatment involves seizure control, antidepressants (SSRIs preferred), and potentially electroconvulsive therapy.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Pharmacology

Context:

  • Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide.
  • Co-occurring depression in epilepsy presents significant clinical challenges.
  • Understanding the interplay between epilepsy and depression is crucial for patient care.

Purpose:

  • To review current literature on depression in epilepsy.
  • To clarify controversial aspects of its frequency, etiology, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • To provide a clinically relevant approach to managing co-occurring depression.

Summary:

  • Interictal depression occurs in approximately one-third of epilepsy patients, particularly those with severe or frequent seizures.
  • Biological and psychosocial factors contribute to depression risk in epilepsy.

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  • Treatment strategies include optimizing antiepileptic drug regimens, judicious use of antidepressants (with SSRIs like citalopram showing lower seizure risk), and considering electroconvulsive therapy.

    • Impact:

    • Informs clinical practice for managing depression in epilepsy patients.
    • Highlights the need for further research into specific etiological factors and treatment protocols.
    • Aims to improve therapeutic outcomes and quality of life for individuals with epilepsy and depression.