Drug-resistant Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder affecting the brain. While many patients will respond well to anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), 36% of patients in Ireland with epilepsy have inadequate control of seizures, despite using AEDs.1 This is known as drug resistant or refractory epilepsy and is defined as a failure of two or more appropriately chosen AEDs to achieve seizure freedom.1 Furthermore, there are many side effects commonly associated with AEDs including drowsiness, blurred vision, dizziness, nausea and vomiting.2 Additionally, patients are at increased risk of injury hospital visits, development issues, depression and anxiety.3
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