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Epilepsy
Researchers at Columbia University have published new data on epilepsy
September 1st, 2008
In this recent report, researchers in the United States conducted a study "To estimate the incidence and mortality associated with first unprovoked seizure or newly diagnosed epilepsy in a low-income, predominantly Hispanic community in Northern Manhattan, New York City. We performed a population-based study to determine the incidence of first unprovoked seizure or newly diagnosed epilepsy." "Participants were Northern Manhattan residents seen at area hospitals and nursing homes between 2003 and 2005. Cumulative probability of mortality and standardized mortality ratios (SMRs) were also calculated. Among 209 incident cases identified, 123 (58.9%) presented with an...
Source: Pain & Central Nervous System Week (2008-09-01)
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