Epileptic Seizures in Alzheimer's Disease: Another Fine MESS?

Article type: Editorial

Authors: Larner, Andrew J.^{; *} | Marson, Anthony G.

Affiliations: Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Liverpool, UK

Correspondence: [*] Correspondence to: A.J. Larner, Cognitive Function Clinic, Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Liverpool, L9 7LJ, UK. Tel.: 44 151 529 5727; Fax: 44 151 529 8552; E-mail: [email protected].

Abstract: Much remains uncertain about epileptic seizures in the context of Alzheimer's disease: pathogenesis, frequency, semiology, natural history, treatment. The authors suggest a pragmatic approach to developing the evidence base in order to inform decisions on seizure treatment, based on prior pragmatic studies in epilepsy.

DOI: 10.3233/JAD-2011-102148

Journal: Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, vol. 25, no. 3, pp. 417-419, 2011