Increased CSF tau is associated with a higher risk of seizures in patients with Alzheimer's disease

DiscussionWhile CSF tau and lower baseline MMSE association with seizure development could in part be explained by a greater degree of cortical damage, the role of tau in the modulation of neuronal excitability may also play a role and should be further investigated.
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior - Category: Neurology Source Type: research