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Developmental language disorders and epilepsy

B Parry-Fielder1, T M Nolan, K J Collins

  • 1Speech Pathology Department, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.

Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
|August 1, 1997
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Epilepsy is linked to acquired epileptic aphasia in children, like Landau-Kleffner syndrome. Further research is needed on epilepsy and developmental dysphasia to ensure proper treatment for speech and language disorders.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Developmental Neuroscience
  • Speech-Language Pathology

Background:

  • The link between epilepsy and speech/language disorders is established in acquired epileptic aphasia, including Landau-Kleffner syndrome (LKS).
  • The association between epilepsy and developmental dysphasia in children is less frequently reported.
  • Limited research exists on sleep electroencephalograms (EEG) and medication's role in developmental dysphasia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the less-frequently reported association between epilepsy and developmental dysphasia.
  • To emphasize the need for controlled prospective studies in children with developmental dysphasia.
  • To underscore the potential for delayed treatment in severe speech and language disorders.

Main Methods:

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  • Review of existing literature on epilepsy and speech/language disorders.
  • Discussion of entities like LKS, CSWSS, and BPECTS.
  • Analysis of the impact of sleep EEG and medication on developmental dysphasia.

    • Main Results:

    • Acquired epileptic aphasia (e.g., LKS) clearly associates with speech and language deficits.
    • Fewer studies investigate epilepsy in children with developmental dysphasia.
    • Lack of studies may hinder appropriate interventions for severe developmental speech and language disorders.

    Conclusions:

    • The association between epilepsy and developmental dysphasia warrants further investigation.
    • Controlled prospective studies, including sleep EEG, are crucial for this subgroup.
    • Addressing these gaps can improve treatment strategies for children with severe speech and language impairments.