Epigraph
Epigraph is the digital news journal of ILAE, covering topics and issues on clinical care, research, and the social and personal impacts of epilepsy. Current articles and back issues are available on the ILAE website. Contact us at epigraph@ilae.org with article ideas.
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Global neurology: Pitfalls and purpose – Dr. Melody Asukile and Dr. Deanna Saylor
With all the best intentions, undertakings in global neurology can include assumptions and biases that lead to unforeseen negative consequences. Sharp Waves spoke with Drs. Melody Asukile and Deanna Saylor about their recent article on the perils and pitfalls of global neurology. They discussed specific examples of some of these unforeseen consequences and talked about the ingredients for productive, ethical, and sustainable global neurology initiatives.
Consensus recommendations on navigating epilepsy with eyelid myoclonia (Jeavons syndrome)
Epilepsy with eyelid myoclonia, also known as Jeavons syndrome, is a rare form of epilepsy with little published research. Delays in diagnosis are common. Two recent publications outline international consensus recommendations on how to diagnose and treat this epilepsy, as well as how it can affect quality of life.
Epilepsy comorbidities present before diagnosis: Research recap with Remy Pugh and Dr. Chris Tailby
Some people with epilepsy also experience memory and learning issues, as well as depression or anxiety. A recent study in Australia screened people for these conditions at a first seizure clinic before diagnosis and before anti-seizure medications had been prescribed. Compared with a control group, the people attending the first seizure clinic had higher rates of all of these cognitive and neuropsychological issues.
Reflections on the life and career of Dr. Juhn Wada (1924-2023)
Juhn Atsushi Wada was a Japanese–Canadian neurologist known for research on epilepsy and human brain asymmetry, including the development of the Wada test to assess cerebral hemispheric dominance of language function. He became a pioneer in the utilization of the kindling model of epilepsy, which permitted controlled studies of the development of epilepsy in the laboratory. Drs. Maryam Nouri and Laurent Sheybani interviewed Drs. Jerome (Pete) Engel Jr., Marilyn Jones-Gotman, and Solomon (Nico) Moshe about their memories and relationships with Dr. Wada and his impact on epilepsy research and clinical care.
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