Surgical Treatment of Epilepsy in Children with Focal Cortical Dysplasia

Explore the latest advancements in surgical treatment of epilepsy in children with focal cortical dysplasia in this 36-minute lecture by UCLA neurosurgeon Dr. Aria Fallah. Gain insights into hemispherectomies, including the operation process, post-operative recovery, and long-term outcomes. Learn about the classification of focal cortical dysplasia, medically intractable epilepsy, and the comprehensive epilepsy surgery evaluation process. Discover special considerations, surgical goals, and candidacy criteria for pediatric patients. Delve into various surgical options, including neuro navigation systems, responsive neural stimulation, and laser interstitial treatment. Examine case examples, clinical trials, and the importance of epilepsy tissue research. Understand the challenges associated with MRI and EEG in diagnosis, as well as the potential for failed epilepsy surgeries and subsequent management strategies.

Introduction
Classification
Focal cortical dysplasia
Medically intractable epilepsy
Epilepsy surgery evaluation
Epilepsy and mortality
Special considerations
Goal of surgery
Is my child a candidate
Surgical Evaluation
Other Options
Epilepsy Surgery
Neuro Navigation System
Brain Function
Epilepsy Surgery Safe
Challenges
MRI
EEGS
EG biomarkers
Case example 1
Responsive Neural Stimulation
Example
Laser Interstitial Treatment
Seizure Free Example
Failed Epilepsy Surgery
Clinical Trials
Surgical Trial
Observational Study
Epilepsy Tissue
Conclusion
Thank You
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