Seizures: Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781639874972)

The medical condition which is caused by abrupt and uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain is called seizure. It can affect a person's movements, behavior, levels of consciousness and feelings. A few common causes of seizures are closed head injury, meningitis and stroke. Seizures are classified as either focal seizures and generalized seizures. Focal seizures are caused when there is unusual electrical activity in a particular part of the brain, while generalized seizures involve all the areas of the brain. Generalized seizures are further classified into clonic seizures, tonic seizures, atonic seizures, myoclonic seizures, etc. There are various complications and accidents which can be caused due to seizures such as falling, car accidents, drowning and emotional health issues. The book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of seizures and the recent researches in this field. It elucidates the concepts and innovative models with respect to their diagnosis and treatment. This book includes contributions of experts and scientists which will provide innovative insights into this field.

Author: Ezra Dixon
ISBN-10: 1639874976
ISBN-13: 9781639874972
Publisher: Murphy & Moore Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2022
Pages: 232
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.83lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.56d