Idiopathic Generalized Epilepsy - Part 5

Dr. Jessica Ailani and Dr. Kathleen Digre discuss three key updates in the understanding and management of idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Show references: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2836065 https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000 ... Show More

Dr. Andy Southerland and Dr. Amrou Sarraj examine whether general anesthesia (GA) compared with non-GA was associated with better functional outcomes in the SELECT2 trial. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000213819 

In the October episode of the President's Spotlight, Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Natalia Rost about the crucial role research plays in neurology for clinicians and scientists. Show reference: https://www.aan.com/about-the-aan/presidents-spotlight 

People with epilepsy don't always know when they have had a seizure - and yet establishing seizure frequency is a key part of epilepsy management. When Dr. Mark Cook's father was diagnosed with epilepsy, Dr. Cook realized that a system to identify and predict seizures c ... Show More

For her podcast, Epilepsy Sparks Insights, Torie Robinson interviews epilepsy clinicians and scientists from around the world. Diagnosed with epilepsy at age 10, Torie is working to share knowledge with people with epilepsy, their families, and the public. Her episode topics rang ... Show More

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Emanuele Cerulli Irelli about the research on seizure recurrence in women with idiopathic generalized epilepsy who switch from valproate to another medication. Read the related article in Neurology. This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit ww ... Show More

 The cyclic properties of seizures have been known for more than 100 years, but does everyone with epilepsy have a seizure pattern? What can be learned from seizure diaries, RNS data, and animal models, and how can this information guide further research and clinical care? Dr. La ... Show More

The June 2024 replay features four previously showcased episodes on topics in epilepsy. The episode begins with Dr. Genevieve Rayner and Eliza Honybun discussing the relationship between prenatal antiseizure medication exposure and adverse postnatal neurodevelopmental outcomes. T ... Show More

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Prof. Zsolt Illes about the mortality of patients with AQP4 antibody–seropositive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder compared with that in the general population. Read the related article in Neurology.  This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Vi ... Show More

Support the showSharp Waves episodes are meant for informational purposes only, and not as clinical or medical advice. We welcome feedback and episode ideas at podcast@ilae.org. The International League Against Epilepsy is the world's preeminent association of health profess ... Show More

Is surgery for pediatric epilepsy "worth it"? What factors determine quality of life in families with a child who has epilepsy? Dr. Kette Valente talks with Dr. Mary Lou Smith, whose work has implications for clinical treatment decisions, as well as expectations for the impact of ... Show More

Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Karin Diserens about subtle signs and motor behavior to unveil awareness in unresponsive brain impaired individuals. Read the related article in Neurology.  For links to articles and previous podcast episodes, please visit NPUb.org/Podcast. This pod ... Show More

Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Daniel Garbin Di Luca about racial and ethnic differences in health-related quality of life for individuals with Parkinson disease. Read the related article in Neurology. For links to articles and previous podcast episodes, please visit NPUb.org/P ... Show More