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    Genetic testing, including exome and genome sequencing, is crucial for diagnosing epilepsy. Understanding genetic evaluation and its impact on patient care, prognosis, and treatment is essential for clinicians.

    Area of Science:

    • Epilepsy genetics
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    Background:

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    • Understanding genetic variations is key to comprehending epilepsy pathophysiology.

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    • Genetic testing, particularly exome and genome sequencing, has a high diagnostic yield in unexplained epilepsy.
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    • Clinicians need to understand patient and test selection, as well as result interpretation.

    Conclusions:

    • Genetic evaluation is a cornerstone in modern epilepsy care.
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