Treatment Strategies in Pediatric Epilepsies EPIPED Course

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ILAE Curriculum Learning Objectives addressed by this course

• 1.5.5 Interpret and apply the results of specialized neuroimaging accurately in the clinical context (L3)
• 1.7.2 Correctly distinguish between focal and generalized epilepsies and recognize epileptic encephalopathies (L1)
• 2.3.5 Provide information to patients regarding potential adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs (L1)
• 2.3.6 Counsel patients and family regarding the risks and benefits of epilepsy surgery (L3)
• 2.4.1 Advise patients in remission (L2)
• 2.4.2 Advise patients with uncontrolled seizures (L2)
• 2.6.4 Provide guidance regarding antiepileptic drugs and hormonal interactions (L2)
• 2.9.1 Provide counseling specific to children with epilepsy and their parents, according to the epilepsy-types (L2)
• 3.1.1 Identify the spectrum of action for antiepileptic drugs (L1)
• 3.1.2 Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics (L1)
• 3.1.3 Demonstrate knowledge regarding the adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs (L1)
• 3.1.4 Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate monitoring of AES serum levels (L2)
• 3.1.5 Demonstrate knowledge about drug interactions (e.g. enzyme induction, etc.) for AED/AED and AED/concomitant medication
• 4.3.1 Recommend and interpret video-EEG monitoring as appropriate) (L3)
• 4.3.3 Recommend and interpret results of neuropsychological testing (L3)