Neurodegenerative disease is associated with increased incidence of epilepsy: a population based study of older adults
ConclusionIncident epilepsy is more frequently diagnosed among neurodegenerative disease patients, particularly when preceded by a diagnosis of depression, TBI or stroke. Further studies into the differences in epilepsy risk between these two populations may help elucidate different mechanisms of epileptogenesis.
Source: Age and Ageing - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research
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