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Baclofen responsive posttraumatic epilepsy.

R Sandyk1, C R Bamford

  • 1Department of Neurology, University of Arizona, Tucson.

The International Journal of Neuroscience
|December 1, 1987
PubMed
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Baclofen, a GABA mimetic, significantly improved seizure control in a patient with refractory posttraumatic epilepsy. This suggests baclofen may be a valuable option for managing difficult-to-treat epilepsy cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Pharmacology
  • Epileptology

Background:

  • Posttraumatic epilepsy presents a significant clinical challenge.
  • Conventional anticonvulsant agents like phenytoin and carbamazepine are not always effective.