For Epilepsy Patients Struggling with Side Effects of Medications, There is Hope at Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Epilepsy affects approximately 3 million Americans, with a lifetime risk of 1 in 26.
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Epilepsy affects about 3 million Americans, with one-third of patients resistant to antiseizure medications.
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Barnes-Jewish Hospital's Epilepsy Center offers a comprehensive approach, including medications, neuromodulatory devices, and surgical interventions.
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Responsive neurostimulation (RNS) provides real-time seizure monitoring and therapeutic intervention for drug-resistant epilepsy patients.
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The Epilepsy Center collaborates with academic and industry partners to expand treatment options and improve patient outcomes.
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Patients with worsening seizures or drug-resistant epilepsy are encouraged to seek specialized care at the Epilepsy Center.
