Integrative Palliative Care and Management of Refractory Epilepsy

This article reviews the various treatment options for patients with refractory epilepsy and highlights the importance of palliative care.SummaryA child neurologist should participate as an integral part of the palliative care team in patients with refractory epilepsy to help guide the discussion about etiology, prognosis, and actively manages seizures as they work with other members of pediatric palliative care team towards improving the quality of life for the patient, caregiver, and family members.
Source: Current Pediatrics Reports - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research