The Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown on People With Epilepsy and Vagal Nerve Stimulation

Conclusion: Preliminary findings showed that the first lockdown influenced the clinical and psychological status of PwE and was related to seizures worsening. The lack of medical assistance and control on VNS therapy left patients to cope with the situation without a chance to contact a specialist. We discuss how a wider implementation of telemedicine programs could facilitate remote assistance of PwE with a VNS implant.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research