Cannabidiol Treatment for Refractory Seizures in Sturge-Weber syndrome

Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) results in leptomeningeal vascular malformations, medically-refractory epilepsy, stroke(s), and cognitive impairments. Cannabidiol (CBD), a cannabinoid without psychoactive properties, has been demonstrated in preclinical models to possibly have anticonvulsant, anti-oxidant, and neuroprotective actions.

Source: Pediatric Neurology - February 22, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Emma H. Kaplan, Elizabeth A. Offermann, Jacqueline W. Sievers, Anne M. Comi Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research