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Pre-surgical intervention techniques

This video introduces the topic of surgical intervention to remove the focus of epilepsy.

This video introduces the topic of surgical intervention to remove the focus of epilepsy.

In the case of drug-resistant epileptic syndromes patients might undergo a surgical intervention to reduce symptoms. The different pre-surgical techniques used to localize the epileptic focus are compared. The evaluation of psychosocial functioning and psychiatric state is also treated. This assessment is useful to prepare the patient for the intervention and predict the outcome.

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Understanding Epilepsy and its Neuropsychology

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