display Latest news from International League Against Epilepsy on Newswise en-us Copyright 2025 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/the-international-league-against-epilepsy-updates-classification-of-epileptic-seizures/?sc=rsin /articles/the-international-league-against-epilepsy-updates-classification-of-epileptic-seizures/?sc=rsin Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:40:52 EST The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) has updated the operational classification of epileptic seizures, building upon the framework published in 2017. Six key changes were made. The updated classification now consists of four main classes and 21 seizure types, compared with 63 types previously. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/seizure-action-plans-management-and-educational-tools-in-epilepsy-care/?sc=rsin /articles/seizure-action-plans-management-and-educational-tools-in-epilepsy-care/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:55:58 EST Historically, seizure action plans have focused on certain high-risk groups of people with epilepsy. But some clinicians say that seizure action plans are important educational and seizure management tools that should be offered to everyone. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/plans-d-action-en-cas-de-crise-plus-que-des-outils-de-prise-en-charge-de-l-pilepsie/?sc=rsin /articles/plans-d-action-en-cas-de-crise-plus-que-des-outils-de-prise-en-charge-de-l-pilepsie/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:40:09 EST Historiquement, les plans d'action lors de la prise en charge d'une crise se sont concentres sur certains groupes de patients a haut risque, tels que les personnes atteintes d'epilepsie resistante aux medicaments et les personnes ayant des antecedents d'etat de mal epileptique ou de crises subintrantes. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/direct-acting-oral-anticoagulants-and-antiseizure-medications-trying-to-shed-light-on-a-therapeutic-gray-zone/?sc=rsin /articles/direct-acting-oral-anticoagulants-and-antiseizure-medications-trying-to-shed-light-on-a-therapeutic-gray-zone/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:35:25 EST As many as 10% of people with epilepsy taking antiseizure medications also take medications to lower the risk of blood clots. Many are prescribed direct-acting oral anticoagulants, or DOACs. But how DOACs interact with antiseizure medications, particularly newer-generation medications, is still not clear. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/genetic-epilepsies-how-are-epilepsy-genes-discovered/?sc=rsin /articles/genetic-epilepsies-how-are-epilepsy-genes-discovered/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:15:03 EST Hundreds of genes have been associated with epilepsy. How are these genes discovered, and how can gene discovery be used to shape treatment strategies? International League Against Epilepsy /articles/genetic-testing-for-epilepsy-surgery-dr-pat-moloney/?sc=rsin /articles/genetic-testing-for-epilepsy-surgery-dr-pat-moloney/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:05:56 EST In the second episode of our genetics and epilepsy series, Sharp Waves explores how genetic insights can inform considerations and outcomes of epilepsy surgery. Dr. Alina Ivaniuk interviews Dr. Patrick Moloney, currently an epilepsy genomics fellow at the Chalfont Center for Epilepsy at University College London. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/recommandations-consensuelles-sur-la-fa-on-de-g-rer-l-pilepsie-avec-myoclonie-des-paupi-res-syndrome-de-jeavons/?sc=rsin /articles/recommandations-consensuelles-sur-la-fa-on-de-g-rer-l-pilepsie-avec-myoclonie-des-paupi-res-syndrome-de-jeavons/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:55:32 EST L'EEM est un syndrome d'epilepsie generalisee caracterise par une triade de caracteristiques cliniques : crises induites par la fermeture de l'oeil ou modifications de l'EEG, myoclonie des paupieres avec ou sans crises d'absence et photosensibilite. Il apparait principalement chez les femmes. Des lignes directrices consensuelles sur la presentation clinique, l'evaluation et la prise en charge des ESEE ont recemment ete publiees dans Epilepsia. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/hola-mi-nombre-es-epilepsia-c-mo-la-terminolog-a-influye-en-el-estigma-y-la-comprensi-n-de-la-epilepsia-en-todo-el-mundo/?sc=rsin /articles/hola-mi-nombre-es-epilepsia-c-mo-la-terminolog-a-influye-en-el-estigma-y-la-comprensi-n-de-la-epilepsia-en-todo-el-mundo/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:15:08 EST La terminologia asociada con la epilepsia se deriva de la informacion erronea que rodea a la afeccion y se alimenta de ella. Aunque la comprension de la epilepsia como una afeccion neurologica ha avanzado drasticamente en los ultimos 150 anos, las palabras utilizadas para describir la afeccion reflejan percepciones historicas que ya no son precisas. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/genetic-testing-in-epilepsy-who-how-and-why/?sc=rsin /articles/genetic-testing-in-epilepsy-who-how-and-why/?sc=rsin Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:35:49 EST This first episode in a multipart series covers the basics of genetic testing in epilepsy. Dr. Alina Ivaniuk interviews Dr. Ilona Krey, a physician and researcher at the Institute of Human Genetics at Leipzig University Medical Center. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/epilepsy-surgery-outcomes-two-experiences-life-changing-consequences/?sc=rsin /articles/epilepsy-surgery-outcomes-two-experiences-life-changing-consequences/?sc=rsin Fri, 14 Mar 2025 10:40:03 EST Two families. Two daughters with epilepsy. Both have epilepsy surgery--with dramatically different outcomes. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/reducci-n-de-la-fuga-de-cerebros-en-neurolog-a-y-epileptolog-a/?sc=rsin /articles/reducci-n-de-la-fuga-de-cerebros-en-neurolog-a-y-epileptolog-a/?sc=rsin Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:30:24 EST La emigracion de profesionales calificados de paises con menos recursos a paises con mayores recursos se conoce comunmente como fuga de cerebros. El fenomeno afecta a muchos sectores, entre ellos la neurologia y la epileptologia.vLas razones para emigrar generalmente se dividen en factores de "empuje" (cualquier influencia que pueda expulsar a alguien de un pais) y factores de "atraccion" (una influencia que atrae a alguien hacia un pais). International League Against Epilepsy /articles/heart-health-epilepsy-and-sudep2/?sc=rsin /articles/heart-health-epilepsy-and-sudep2/?sc=rsin Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:10:37 EST Sharp Waves spoke with a neurologist and a cardiologist who are part of a team researching the interactions among epilepsy, seizures, heart function, and SUDEP. Learn more about their research. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/slowing-brain-drain-in-neurology-and-epileptology/?sc=rsin /articles/slowing-brain-drain-in-neurology-and-epileptology/?sc=rsin Thu, 13 Feb 2025 21:30:42 EST Brain drain in neurology can hinder the establishment of clinical, research, and training programs and negatively affect medical care. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/exercise-and-epilepsy-research-and-myths/?sc=rsin /articles/exercise-and-epilepsy-research-and-myths/?sc=rsin Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:10:59 EST In this episode, we explore the science behind exercise as an adjunct treatment for epilepsy and debunk some common myths. Spoiler alert: With very rare exceptions, exercise does not increase seizure risk. And as with the general population, exercise can have beneficial effects. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/recomendaciones-de-consenso-sobre-c-mo-afrontar-la-epilepsia-con-mioclon-as-palpebrales-s-ndrome-de-jeavons/?sc=rsin /articles/recomendaciones-de-consenso-sobre-c-mo-afrontar-la-epilepsia-con-mioclon-as-palpebrales-s-ndrome-de-jeavons/?sc=rsin Fri, 07 Feb 2025 19:50:23 EST La EEM es un sindrome epileptico generalizado caracterizado por una triada de caracteristicas clinicas: crisis provocadas por el cierre de los ojos o cambios en el EEG, mioclonias en los parpados con o sin crisis de ausencia, y fotosensibilidad. Se presenta predominantemente en mujeres y suele ser una condicion de por vida que aparece entre los 3 y los 12 anos. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/it-s-all-connected-how-does-epilepsy-affect-heart-health/?sc=rsin /articles/it-s-all-connected-how-does-epilepsy-affect-heart-health/?sc=rsin Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:40:18 EST People with epilepsy have an increased risk of sudden cardiac death, compared with the general population. Harvard researchers discuss the latest study results and their implications. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/practice-guideline-on-outcomes-after-in-utero-exposure-to-anti-seizure-medications-dr-alison-pack/?sc=rsin /articles/practice-guideline-on-outcomes-after-in-utero-exposure-to-anti-seizure-medications-dr-alison-pack/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:40:14 EST Today's topic is recent guidelines about treatment for people with epilepsy of childbearing potential. The guidelines cover teratogenesis as well as perinatal and neurodevelopmental outcomes after in utero exposure to anti-seizure medications. Sharp Waves spoke with first author Dr. Alison Pack. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/changing-the-term-for-epilepsy-in-malaysia-why-and-how-dr-chong-tin-tan/?sc=rsin /articles/changing-the-term-for-epilepsy-in-malaysia-why-and-how-dr-chong-tin-tan/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:40:03 EST In the medical world, diseases and conditions have sometimes been given inappropriate or even offensive names. The word for epilepsy in many Asian languages translates to stigmatizing terms that neurologists across the region are trying to correct. Sharp Waves interviews Dr. Chong Tin Tan. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/global-neurology-pitfalls-and-purpose-dr-melody-asukile-and-dr-deanna-saylor/?sc=rsin /articles/global-neurology-pitfalls-and-purpose-dr-melody-asukile-and-dr-deanna-saylor/?sc=rsin Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:40:02 EST With all the best intentions, undertakings in global neurology can include assumptions and biases that lead to unforeseen negative consequences. Sharp Waves spoke with Dr. Melody Asukile and Dr. Deanna Saylor, who discuss some of these unforeseen consequences and talk about what makes for productive, ethical, and sustainable global neurology initiatives. International League Against Epilepsy /articles/los-cursos-de-formaci-n-en-epilepsia-mejoran-la-atenci-n-no-especializada-tambi-n-pueden-impulsar-un-cambio-nacional2/?sc=rsin /articles/los-cursos-de-formaci-n-en-epilepsia-mejoran-la-atenci-n-no-especializada-tambi-n-pueden-impulsar-un-cambio-nacional2/?sc=rsin Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:05:28 EST Muchos paises carecen de suficientes especialistas para atender a las personas con epilepsia. Incluso en los paises de ingresos altos, un porcentaje significativo de personas con epilepsia reciben la atencion medica de un no especialista. International League Against Epilepsy