Involving parents in discussions about the option of surgery to treat their child’s drug-resistant epilepsy could help to improve access and uptake of surgery, according to a new study.
Jack was diagnosed with epilepsy around age 13 and has not been able to control his seizures through other treatments. The documentary follows his journey through epilepsy surgery, from tests and consultations to the surgery itself.
The programme explores the benefits, side-effects and risks of epilepsy surgery and will draw attention to the way Jack’s epilepsy affects his life.
Changing the amount or type of anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) may improve mood, memory and other abilities like attention, learning and language in people after epilepsy surgery.
Ben is to appear on CBBC’s programme Operation Ouch on Monday January 25. The programme will feature Ben’s brain surgery to treat his epilepsy.
Lisa and David were devastated when their new baby developed epilepsy – and conventional treatment simply wasn't stopping his seizures. Would Cole ever find a new treatment option that would allow him to become seizure-free?
Surgeons have been working on a new surgical technique for people with severe epilepsy. The technique has been used for a few years. Now a research study has shown that it is safe to use and produces good results.
