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Brain Imaging

Brain imaging technologies provide critical insights into both the structure and function of the human brain, enabling medical professionals and researchers to diagnose, study, and treat neurological disorders or psychiatric disorders more effectively.
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Epilepsy and Seizures: Overview

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease marked by recurrent, unpredictable seizures. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, leading to behavior, sensation, or consciousness alterations. They can also cause transient impairment of awareness, interfering with daily activities.
Various factors can trigger epilepsy, including genetic factors, brain damage, metabolic causes, and unknown etiology. Diagnosis of epilepsy involves electroencephalography (EEG), which...
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Seizures: Classification

Epilepsy is primarily characterized by unpredictable seizures, either provoked by an identifiable factor, such as injury or illness, or unprovoked, occurring spontaneously without apparent cause.
Seizures are typically classified into two main categories: focal and generalized seizures.
Focal Seizures
Focal seizures originate from specific regions of the brain. These seizures are further sub-classified into two types:

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A Pipeline for 3D Multimodality Image Integration and Computer-assisted Planning in Epilepsy Surgery
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Imaging in epilepsy.

Marcus Likeman1

  • 1Department of Neuroradiology, Frenchay Hospital, Bristol BS16 1LE, UK. marcus.likeman@nbt.nhs.uk

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This review details neuroimaging strategies for new onset seizures and intractable focal epilepsy. It guides optimal imaging protocols and radiological features for detecting epileptogenic lesions and aiding surgical planning.

Keywords:
EPILEPSYEPILEPSY, SURGERYMRNEURORADIOLOGYNEUROSURGERY

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Radiology
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Epilepsy diagnosis and management rely heavily on accurate localization of seizure onset zones.
  • Neuroimaging plays a crucial role in identifying underlying pathologies and guiding treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of neuroimaging techniques in epilepsy management.
  • To outline imaging strategies for new onset seizures and intractable focal epilepsy.
  • To guide the selection of optimal imaging protocols for detecting epileptogenic lesions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on neuroimaging in epilepsy.
  • Description of radiological features of common epilepsy-related conditions.
  • Discussion of imaging protocols for seizure detection and surgical planning.

Main Results:

  • Neuroimaging is essential for evaluating new onset seizures and intractable focal epilepsy.
  • Specific imaging protocols can optimize the detection of epileptogenic lesions.
  • Radiological features aid in diagnosing conditions associated with epilepsy.

Conclusions:

  • Neuroimaging is a cornerstone in the diagnostic and surgical workup of epilepsy patients.
  • Optimal imaging protocols enhance the identification of potential epileptogenic foci.
  • Imaging guides presurgical planning, including functional mapping and postoperative assessment.