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    Penicillin G in rabbits induced multifocal EEG spikes and altered spindle activity, suggesting increased cortical excitability. These changes, particularly the spike-spindle relationship, resemble rat models of penicillin-induced epilepsy.

    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Epileptology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Penicillin G is a known epilepsy-inducing agent.
    • Understanding its effects on EEG patterns is crucial for epilepsy research.
    • Rabbit models offer insights into central nervous system excitability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the electroencephalographic (EEG) effects of Na-penicillin G in rabbits.
    • To analyze interictal spike activity, cortical spindle activity, and their relationship.
    • To compare penicillin-induced epilepsy features in rabbits with other animal models.

    Main Methods:

    • Administered Na-penicillin G (1,000,000 I.U./kg i.v.) to 28 rabbits.
    • Implanted surface and deep electrodes in thalamic nuclei (medial and lateral) and cornu Ammonis dorsalis.

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  • Monitored interictal spikes, cortical spindles, and spike-spindle interactions via EEG.

    • Main Results:

    • A multifocal interictal EEG pattern with cortical and thalamic spikes was observed in 20 rabbits.
    • A consistent association between cortical spikes and spindles was noted.
    • A statistically significant increase in spindle duration, without frequency change, was observed.
    • Seizure discharges initiated focally with secondary generalization.
    • EEG features were more similar to rat than cat models of penicillin epilepsy.

    Conclusions:

    • Na-penicillin G induces distinct EEG changes in rabbits, including multifocal spikes and altered spindle activity.
    • These findings suggest increased cortical excitability as a key mechanism.
    • The observed EEG patterns provide a valuable model for studying epilepsy, with similarities to rodent models.