Basics And Classification

Question 1

Define seizure

Answer 1

Abnormal paroxysmal neuronal discharge in the brain with transient disturbances of cerebral function

Question 2

Define Epilepsy

Answer 2

Disorder characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures

Question 3

What are the two broad categories of seizure types

Answer 3

Focal and generalized

Question 4

What is the difference between focal and generalized seizures

Answer 4

Focal effects one area of the brain where generalized effects both hemispheres

Question 5

What are the three components that go into determining epilepsy syndrome

Answer 5

Seizure type
EEG findings
Imaging features

Question 6

What are structural etiologies of epilepsy

Answer 6

Congenital abnormalities
Medial temporal sclerosis
Trauma
Tumor
Vascular
Degenerative

Question 7

What is an example of infectious epilepsy etiology

Answer 7

Bacterial meningitis

Question 8

What are the six broad categories of epilepsy causes

Answer 8

Structural, genetic, infectious, metabolic, immune, unknown