Principles of Therapy in the Epilepsies [Paperback]

Principles of Therapy in the Epilepsies provides a concise, authoritative guide to all aspects of the treatment and management of epilepsies. Chapters cover treatments with anti-epileptic drugs, neurosurgical interventions and other pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. The book also overviews management strategies for specific groups of patients including women and elderly patients. This pocket-sized reference work will be a valuable resource for all those involved in the care of patients with epileptic seizures.Principles of Therapy in the Epilepsies provides a concise, authoritative guide to all aspects of the treatment and management of epilepsies. Chapters cover treatments with anti-epileptic drugs, neurosurgical interventions and other pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.Introduction.- Anti-epileptic Drug Prophylactic Treatment.- Principles of Management in Women with Epilepsies.- Principles of Management in the Elderly with Epileptic Seizures.- Surgery for Epilepsies .- Vagus Nerve Stimulation.- Ketogenic diet.- Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Childhood Epilepsies.- References.

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This is a brief and focused look at the current approach to the treatment of epilepsy. & This would be especially useful for the many practitioners who care for people with epilepsy, from medical students to busy general neurologists. & it has sufficient information to assist in the management of many of these patients. The text and tables, in particular, are very well referenced. & book serves it purpose of being an easy to read and quick reference for common clinically important epilepsy therapy questions. (Joseph F. Drazkowski, Doodys Review Service, January, 2011)C.P. Panayiotopoulos is an internationally renowned leader and expert in the diagnosis, treatment and management of epilepsy.Principles of Therapy in the Epilepsies provides a concise, authoritatilóC