title: Rhythmic Midtemporal Discharge in a Youth During Light Sleep.
abstract: Rhythmic midtemporal discharge (RMTD) is a rare, benign EEG pattern that may have epileptic morphology. Recognizing variations of RMTD is important in order to avoid over- or misinterpretation of EEG findings, which may lead to inappropriate treatment and negative consequences for the patient in question. We present a case report of RTMDs during light sleep where initial erroneous description necessitated repeat EEGs and additional diagnostic exams and led to the postponement of obtaining a drivers licence for this young patient.
authors.forename: Kornelia Katalin
authors.initials: KK
authors.lastname: Beiske
authors.forename: Konstantin Hrisimirov
authors.initials: KH
authors.lastname: Kostov
authors.forename: Hrisimir
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Kostov
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001334:Automobile Driving; D006259:Craniocerebral Trauma / Q000150:complications; D004569:Electroencephalography; D004833:Epilepsy, Temporal Lobe / Q000503:physiopathology*; D005538:Football / Q000293:injuries; D007839:Functional Laterality; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009460:Neurologic Examination; D012890:Sleep; D013702:Temporal Lobe / Q000503:physiopathology*