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[Surgical management of epilepsy]

Laura Dos Santos1, Isabelle Chéramy1, Ségolène de Beaumont1

  • 1Service de neurochirurgie pédiatrique, Fondation ophtalmologique A. de Rothschild, 25-29 rue Manin, 75940 Paris cedex 19, France.

Soins. Pediatrie, Puericulture
|June 24, 2015
PubMed

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Epilepsy surgery is a specialized treatment for drug-resistant epilepsy, requiring expert multidisciplinary teams. Nurses and electroencephalogram technicians play crucial roles throughout the patient

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgery

Context:

  • Epilepsy surgery is a treatment option for individuals with epilepsy that is resistant to medication.
  • It is currently reserved for a limited number of patients.
  • The procedure necessitates a team of medical and allied health professionals with specialized expertise.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the specialized nature of epilepsy surgery.
  • To emphasize the requirement for multidisciplinary teams in managing patients undergoing epilepsy surgery.
  • To underscore the essential roles of nurses and electroencephalogram technicians in patient care.

Summary:

  • Epilepsy surgery offers hope for patients with intractable epilepsy but is limited to a select group.
  • Successful surgical outcomes depend on the coordinated efforts of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Key personnel, including nurses and electroencephalogram technicians, are vital from admission to discharge.

Impact:

  • Epilepsy surgery can significantly improve quality of life for eligible patients.
  • The involvement of specialized teams ensures comprehensive patient management.
  • Recognizing the roles of nurses and technicians can optimize patient care pathways and outcomes.

Keywords:
childcorticographiecorticographyenfantepilepsyintracranial electrodeneurochirurgieneurosurgeryélectrode intracrânienneépilepsie

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