Practical Neurology

October 2019

Evolution of Seizures to Epilepsy

• The First Seizure
• New CPT Codes for Video-EEG
• Pharmacotherapy Updates
• Telemedicine & Epilepsy

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The First Seizure

Christine Hung, MD

Telemedicine & Epilepsy

Melissa Reider-Demer, DNP, MN, CNP; and Vishal Shah, MD

The New CPT Codes for Video-EEG

Marc Nuwer, MD, PhD

Genetic Mechanisms of Epilepsy

Elina Nikkola, PhD; and Vishal Shah, MD

Women & Epilepsy

Jeffrey D. Kennedy, MD; and Melissa J. Chen, MD, MPH

Developments in Medical Treatment of Epilepsy

Lyn Clarito, PharmD

Neurostimulation & Epilepsy

Vishal Shah, MD; Dawn Eliashiv, MD; and Melissa Reider-Demer, DNP, MN, CNP

Epilepsy & Memory

Chrystal Reed, MD, PhD

In this issue

Chief Medical Editor's Page

The Evolution of Seizure to Epilepsy

Although there may be far to go, we have come a long way from equating seizures with demonic possession and have more tools to address seizures and epilepsy.

Inna Keselman, MD, PhD

Cover Focus

The First Seizure

Seizures need to be distinguished from other common differential diagnoses, and seizure type must be determined because it dictates management and counseling.

Christine Hung, MD

Telemedicine & Epilepsy

Your smartphone is not just for communication—it can be your medical care on the go!

Melissa Reider-Demer, DNP, MN, CNP; and Vishal Shah, MD

The New CPT Codes for Video-EEG

A guide to understanding the new CPT codes for billing of video-EEG monitoring that will be effective in January 2020.

Marc Nuwer, MD, PhD

Genetic Mechanisms of Epilepsy

Understanding gene and protein functions can sometimes guide diagnosis and treatment.

Elina Nikkola, PhD; and Vishal Shah, MD

Women & Epilepsy

Biology unique to female individuals with epilepsy affects disease management significantly.

Jeffrey D. Kennedy, MD; and Melissa J. Chen, MD, MPH

Developments in Medical Treatment of Epilepsy

Knowing the different profiles of available treatments can assist in choosing the best-fit medication for each individual.

Lyn Clarito, PharmD

Neurostimulation & Epilepsy

For medically refractory epilepsy, neurostimulation options—old and new— provide new hope.

Vishal Shah, MD; Dawn Eliashiv, MD; and Melissa Reider-Demer, DNP, MN, CNP

Epilepsy & Memory

Memory complaints in people with epilepsy remain challenging to assess and difficult to treat.

Chrystal Reed, MD, PhD

Columns

Headache Horizons: Rebound Abounds in Chronic Migraine

Despite clear definitions in guidelines, many questions remain regarding medication-overuse headaches in the context of chronic migraine.

Peter McAllister, MD

Neuromuscular Notes: Rhabdomyolysis

A practical approach to diagnosis and management.

Farah El-Sadi, MD; and Aaron Izenberg, MD, FRCPC

Stroke Spotlight: Hypercoagulable States in Ischemic Stroke

An illustrative case and discussion.

Swarna Rajagopalan, MD

Case Reports

Case Report: Delayed Subdural Hematoma

Elaine Williams, MS, MD; Robert Glatter, MD; Steven Mandel, MD; and Jared Steinklein, MD

Challenge Case Report: Weakness and Wasting of the Left Foot With Pes Cavus

Fabian H. Rossi, MD; Welwin Liu, MD; Lourdes Benes Lima, MD; Alvaro G. Estevez, PhD; Umesh Sharma, MD; Sujatha Vuyyuru, MD; Maria Clara Franco, PhD; and Nina Tsakadze, MD, PhD

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Patients & Caregivers

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Students & Residents

Valuable insights and advice for future neurologists.

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Case Reports