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Epilepsy
Findings from A.A.K. Balogou et al in epilepsy reported
November 19th, 2007
In this recently published article, scientists in Togo conducted a study "To describe the feasibility of managing epilepsy in a rural setting in a developing countryThe project comprised four phases. After a study of the perception of epilepsy, we conducted a sensitization campaign in November 2001." "The third phase was a survey, to detect epilepsy patients, in which 6249 persons were asked to complete a questionnaire. Persons with epilepsy were then examined, treated, mainly with phenobarbital, and followed upThe prevalence of epilepsy was estimated to be 15.7 parts per thousand. Ninety-two patients took antiepileptic drugs from 1 February 2002. By November 2005,...
Source: Pain & Central Nervous System Week (2007-11-19)
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