Epilepsy, Generalized

Overview

Recurrent conditions characterized by epileptic seizures which arise diffusely and simultaneously from both hemispheres of the brain. Classification is generally based upon motor manifestations of the seizure (e.g., convulsive, nonconvulsive, akinetic, atonic, etc.) or etiology (e.g., idiopathic, cryptogenic, and symptomatic). (From Mayo Clin Proc, 1996 Apr;71(4):405-14)

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Quick facts about Epilepsy, Generalized

Topic type

Condition

Category

Neurology

MeSH classification

C10.228.140.490.375

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