Post-traumatic epilepsy

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Post-traumatic epilepsy

Post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE) is a form of epilepsy that results from brain damage caused by physical trauma to the brain (traumatic brain injury, or TBI).

Pronunciation

  • Post-traumatic: /poʊst trəˈmætɪk/
  • Epilepsy: /ˈɛpɪˌlɛpsi/

Etymology

  • Post-traumatic: The term is derived from the Greek words "post" meaning "after" and "trauma" meaning "wound".
  • Epilepsy: The term is derived from the Greek word "epilēpsía", meaning "to seize".

Definition

Post-traumatic epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures that occur as a direct result of a traumatic brain injury. The seizures may occur immediately following the injury, or they may develop over time.

Symptoms

The primary symptom of post-traumatic epilepsy is recurrent seizures. These seizures may be of any type, but are most commonly partial or generalized tonic-clonic seizures. Other symptoms may include loss of consciousness, muscle spasms, and confusion.

Causes

The exact cause of post-traumatic epilepsy is not known, but it is believed to be related to the damage caused to the brain during a traumatic injury. This damage can cause changes in the brain's structure and function, leading to an increased risk of seizures.

Treatment

Treatment for post-traumatic epilepsy typically involves the use of anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) to control seizures. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the area of the brain causing the seizures.

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