Stereoelectroencephalography in children: a review.

Area of Science:

• Neurosurgery
• Epileptology
• Pediatric Neurology

Background:

• Stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG) is an increasingly utilized intracranial diagnostic method in the US.
• Established benefits and safety data support SEEG's growing popularity for epilepsy management.
• Current applications include deep brain mapping, bilateral recordings, and epileptogenic zone localization.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the current status of SEEG, particularly in pediatric epilepsy.
• To highlight recent advancements in technology-enabled surgical techniques for SEEG.
• To demonstrate the efficacy of SEEG in the pediatric epilepsy population.

Main Methods:

• Literature review focusing on SEEG in pediatric epilepsy.
• Analysis of recent technology-enabled surgical techniques.
• Evaluation of SEEG efficacy data in children.

Main Results:

• SEEG is gaining acceptance for adult epilepsy treatment, but its pediatric utility is less established.
• Technological advancements are enhancing SEEG's capabilities.
• Evidence suggests SEEG is effective for diagnosing and mapping epilepsy in children.

Conclusions:

• SEEG is a valuable diagnostic tool for pediatric epilepsy.
• Technology-driven surgical approaches improve SEEG outcomes.
• Further research and consensus are needed to solidify SEEG's role in pediatric epilepsy care.