Analysis of the reasons and costs of hospitalization for epilepsy patients in East China

Epilepsy is a paroxysmal disabling brain dysfunction that affects a wide range of individuals. About 50 million people suffer from epilepsy worldwide [1]. The current global prevalence of epilepsy is approximately 1% [2]. Nearly 80% of epilepsy patients are found in developing regions, such as China and India. Epilepsy patients usually respond well to the currently available anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs). Nearly 70% of these patients only require outpatient treatment. Unfortunately, the majority of patients with epilepsy in developing countries (about 66% in China and 95% in India) do not receive regular or standard treatment for the conditions [3].
Source: Seizure: European Journal of Epilepsy - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research