Sleep patterns and seizures during epilepsy monitoring
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This study looks at how sleep patterns affect seizures in people with epilepsy who are being evaluated for surgery. By monitoring sleep and seizures in the hospital, researchers hope to better understand the link and improve care.
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Who can take part
- Be between 14 and 60 years old
- Be scheduled for a stay in the epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) to see if you might benefit from surgery
- Have about 2–3 seizures per week based on your seizure diary before coming in
- Know that sleep is one of your seizure triggers
- Not usually have multiple seizures in a single day
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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