Epilepsy surgery in the underserved Hispanic population improves depression, anxiety, and quality of life

Conclusions This study supports the positive benefits of epilepsy surgery on depression, anxiety, and QOL in Hispanic, primarily undocumented immigrant, Spanish-speaking people with epilepsy (PWE) in the US. These results are useful for educating this particular population about the possible benefits of surgery for IE and can enhance presurgical counseling.
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior - Category: Neurology Source Type: research