Epilepsy among the older population of sub-Saharan Africa: Analysis of the global burden of disease database

CONCLUSION: This study is the first to examine the epidemiologic profile of idiopathic epilepsy in the older population in SSA. Our results indicate that, when compared with the global population, older adults in SSA suffer a greater disease burden and mortality. This study reports the immense need for increased resources and awareness regarding epilepsy in the elderly population of Africa.PMID:37677904 | DOI:10.1016/j.yebeh.2023.109402

Source: Epilepsy and Behaviour - September 7, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: Nithin Gupta Rohin Singh Andreas Seas Prince Antwi Martin N Kaddumukasa Angelina Kakooza Mwesige Mark Kaddumukasa Michael M Haglund Anthony T Fuller Deborah C Koltai Alvan-Emeka K Ukachukwu Source Type: research