Refractory Epilepsy
Temporal lobe epilepsy is a form of focal epilepsy, a chronic neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures. Over 40 types of epilepsies are known. They fall into two main categories: partial-onset (focal or localization-related) epilepsies and generalized-onset epilepsies. Partial-onset epilepsies account for about 60% of all adult epilepsy cases, and temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) is the most common single form causing refractory epilepsy. Sex hormones can influence the timing and frequency of seizure activity. Estrogen is pro-epileptic and progesterone is anti-epileptic.[citation needed] These counterbalancing effects may account for "catamenial epilepsy" i.e. epilepsy preceding or made more severe prior to menstruation or during peri-ovulation. Gender may differentially influence neocortical pathologies in patients with refractory temporal lobe epilepsy.
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
Refractory Epilepsy
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