[Management of childhood epilepsy].
Epilepsy in children is characterized by the occurring on a developing brain. There are many different types of epilepsy. Make an accurate diagnosis permits to explain the disease, to choose the treatment and to explain the prognosis. The side effects of antiepileptic drugs should be precisely monitored. It is important to take time to carefully evaluate the school performance. Neuropsychological evaluation may be necessary to propose adequate management. Behavior comorbidities should be assessed for an early management. An adapted information on the disease and on the management should be provided to the caregivers.
AP-HP, hôpital Robert-Debré, service de neurologie pédiatrique, 75935 Paris cedex 19, France. auvin@invivo.edu
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