benign_rolandic_epilepsy_flashcards (1)
What is benign rolandic epilepsy?
A form of childhood epilepsy that typically occurs between the age of 4 and 12 years.
At what age does benign rolandic epilepsy typically occur?
Between the age of 4 and 12 years.
When do seizures characteristically occur in benign rolandic epilepsy?
At night.
What type of seizures are typical in benign rolandic epilepsy?
Partial seizures, such as paraesthesia affecting the face.
What might parents report if secondary generalisation occurs in benign rolandic epilepsy?
Parents may report tonic-clonic movements.
What is the typical EEG finding in benign rolandic epilepsy?
Centrotemporal spikes.
What is the prognosis for benign rolandic epilepsy?
The prognosis is excellent, with seizures stopping by adolescence.