Introduction As coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) escalated into a global pandemic, health system scrambled to prepare for surge conditions. Patient loads increased exponentially, and state governmental agencies advised hospitals to…
The concept of telemedicine has been part of our human experience since ancient history, and really parallels the advancement in communication over the centuries. The idea of being able to…
Abstract Post traumatic epilepsy was recognized in many developing countries several thousand years ago. Increased incidence of traumatic brain injury due to rising rate of road traffic injuries, violence and…
Abstract Patients with traumatic brain injury frequently develop epilepsy, cognitive dysfunction and behavioral imbalance. Understanding the interplay between antiseizure medications, mood and cognition is essential to any provider who cares…
Abstract The use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) is effective in reducing the risk of developing early (acute symptomatic) post-traumatic seizures compared to placebo or usual care in patients with severe…
Abstract Psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) are paroxysms of altered sensory, cognitive, and/or motor manifestations with or without alteration of consciousness that may resemble epileptic seizures, but do not originate from…
Abstract People with traumatic brain injury (TBI) can develop a variety of behavioural changes and psychiatric problems as a consequence of the TBI but the relationship with post-traumatic stress disorder…
Abstract Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries commonly present with a wide range of long term emotional and behavioural problems which are often classed as organic neuropsychiatric conditions. These range…
Abstract Individuals with TBI are vulnerable to a range of cognitive impairments that can interact with psychological comorbidities to lead to chronic challenges with social and occupational functioning in the…
Abstract Epilepsy that develops following traumatic brain injury (TBI) significantly increases the risk for disability in patients with epilepsy. The house, street and workplace are the leading sites where accidents…
