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The postictal state — What do we know?

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: This narrative review provides a broad and comprehensive overview of the most important discoveries on the postictal state over the past decades as well as recent developments. After a description and definition of the postictal state, we discuss postictal sypmtoms, their clinical manifestations, and related findings. Moreover, pathophysiological advances are reviewed, followed by current treatment options.

Source: Epilepsia

DOI: 10.1111/epi.16519

Authors: Julia C. M. Pottkämper, Jeannette Hofmeijer, Jeroen A. van Waarde, Michel J. A. M. van Putten

Institutions: Rijnstate Hospital, University of Twente

Language: English

Topic: Epilepsy research and treatment

Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,600