Seizure Disorders

Sudden Unexplained Death in Treated Epilepsy

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Abstract

The overall incidence of sudden unexplained death in persons with epilepsy (SUDEP) was measured, and subgroups with a high risk of SUDEP were identified among a cohort of 6,044 persons aged 15-49 years listed in the Saskatchewan Health prescription drug file.

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Antiepileptic DrugsHeart ProblemsDeath Certificates
  • Page/Article: 1-1
  • DOI: 10.15844/pedneurbriefs-9-1-1
  • Published on 1 Jan 1995
  • Peer Reviewed