Overview
Epilepsia partialis continua (EPC) is a rare condition characterized by continuous focal motor seizures 1. It can be associated with various neurological conditions, including stroke and autoimmune disorders 1.Diagnosis
Continuous focal motor seizures involving a specific body part, such as a toe or foot 1.
Electroencephalogram (EEG) may show nonspecific findings like bilateral theta slowing 1.Management
Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are the first-line treatment 1.
EPC may not respond to standard AEDs 1.Special Populations
No information available in the provided abstracts.Key Recommendations
Consider epilepsia partialis continua in patients with continuous focal motor seizures, especially when associated with neurological insults or autoimmune conditions 1. (Evidence: Weak)
Initiate antiepileptic drug therapy for epilepsia partialis continua 1. (Evidence: Weak)
Recognize that epilepsia partialis continua may be refractory to standard antiepileptic drug treatment 1. (Evidence: Weak)References
1 Bansal SK, Sawhney IM, Chopra JS. Epilepsia partialis continua in Sjögren's syndrome. Epilepsia 1987. link