Risk factors for developing epilepsy in a U.S. commercially insured pediatric population (P4.328)

Conclusions:Epilepsy incidence was highest in the youngest ages. The most significant risk factors for newly diagnosed epilepsy were neonatal seizures, central nervous system infection, and childhood static encephalopathy, although most pediatric epilepsy patients no recorded putative risk factors.Study Supported by: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Research Grant as a part of the Goizueta Foundation Project.Disclosure: Dr. Oh has nothing to disclose. Dr. Thurman has received personal compensation for activities with UCB as a consultant. Dr. Thurman has received research support from UCB. Dr. Kim has received research support from UCB Pharma.

Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Oh, A., Thurman, D., Kim, H. Tags: Neuroepidemiology Source Type: research