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Non-epileptic attack disorder and clinical outcome: a pilot study
Seizure
|November 10, 1998
Summary
A high percentage of patients admitted to an epilepsy center were diagnosed with non-epileptic attack disorder. Post-discharge management resources were found to be inadequate, impacting patient care and satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Tertiary referral epilepsy centers manage complex seizure disorders.
- A significant proportion of admissions are for non-epileptic attack disorder (NEAD).
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the management and post-discharge support for patients diagnosed with NEAD.
- To assess the adequacy of long-term resources for NEAD patients after hospital admission.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patients admitted to a tertiary epilepsy center over a 12-month period.
- Review of patient records focusing on NEAD diagnosis and post-discharge care plans.
Main Results:
- A high percentage of admitted patients received a NEAD diagnosis.
- Intensive inpatient support was provided, but long-term outpatient management resources were inadequate or absent.
- This inadequacy has implications for patient satisfaction with epilepsy services.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for improved long-term management strategies and resources for patients with NEAD.
- Enhanced post-discharge support is essential to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction in epilepsy care.