The postictal state — What do we know?
Julia Pottkämper, Jeannette Hofmeijer, Jeroen A. van Waarde, Michel J. A. M. van Putten
Abstract
This narrative review provides a broad and comprehensive overview of the most important discoveries on the postictal state over the past decades as well as recent developments. After a description and definition of the postictal state, we discuss postictal sypmtoms, their clinical manifestations, and related findings. Moreover, pathophysiological advances are reviewed, followed by current treatment options.
Topics & Concepts
Narrative reviewPsychologyEpilepsyNeuroscienceMedicinePsychotherapistEpilepsy research and treatmentCerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalusOphthalmology and Eye Disorders