Seizures: Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions

Seizures: Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions

Seizures: Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions

eBook
Author(s):Ezra Dixon
Format: PDF
Published year: 2022
Publisher: Murphy & Moore Publishing
Language: English
Pages: 232
ISBN: 9781639874972, 1639874976

Summary

The medical condition which is caused by abrupt and uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain is called seizure. It can affect a person's movements, behavior, levels of consciousness and feelings. A few common causes of seizures are closed head injury, meningitis and stroke. Seizures are classified as either focal seizures and generalized seizures. Focal seizures are caused when there is unusual electrical activity in a particular part of the brain, while generalized seizures involve all the areas of the brain. Generalized seizures are further classified into clonic seizures, tonic seizures, atonic seizures, myoclonic seizures, etc. There are various complications and accidents which can be caused due to seizures such as falling, car accidents, drowning and emotional health issues. The book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of seizures and the recent researches in this field. It elucidates the concepts and innovative models with respect to their diagnosis and treatment. This book includes contributions of experts and scientists which will provide innovative insights into this field.
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