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A B Kozhokaru1,2, A S Samoylov1, V I Shmyrev2
1State Research Center - Burnasyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of Federal Medical Biological Agency, Moscow, Russia.
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|October 20, 2020
Summary
This review summarizes sleep disorders in epilepsy, including excessive daytime sleepiness and sleep apnea. Further research is needed to improve diagnosis and treatment for better quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Sleep Medicine
- Epileptology
Background:
- Sleep disorders are common in epilepsy patients.
- Understanding these disorders is crucial for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the prevalence, characteristics, and diagnostic criteria of sleep disorders in epilepsy.
- To synthesize current knowledge on the topic.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted.
- Databases searched include Medline (Pubmed), Scopus, Web of Science, and e-library.
Main Results:
- Analysis of epidemiologic, clinical, and diagnostic aspects of various sleep disorders.
- Included excessive daytime sleepiness, obstructive sleep apnea, central apnea, restless leg syndrome, and parasomnias.
Conclusions:
- Complex associations between sleep disorders and epilepsy require further investigation.
- Optimizing diagnostic and treatment strategies is essential.
- Improving the quality of life for patients with epilepsy and sleep disorders is a key goal.
Keywords:
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