Abstract |
We describe the clinical features of a family with photosensitive epilepsy, followed for 13 years. Generalized paroxysmal discharges induced by photic stimulation appeared in all 9 siblings. Generalized seizures, myoclonic jerks, and absences appeared in variable combination in 7 of them who on clonazepam remained free from seizures for a seven-year follow-up period. On EEG the paroxysmal abnormalities induced by photic stimulation abated during clonazepam medication.
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Authors | E Sáenz-Lope, F J Herranz-Tanarro, J C Masdeu, J Bufil |
Journal | Clinical EEG (electroencephalography)
(Clin Electroencephalogr)
Vol. 15
Issue 1
Pg. 47-52
(Jan 1984)
ISSN: 0009-9155 [Print] United States |
PMID | 6697545
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Benzodiazepinones
- Clonazepam
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Benzodiazepinones
(therapeutic use)
- Clonazepam
(therapeutic use)
- Electroencephalography
- Epilepsy
(drug therapy, etiology, genetics)
- Female
- Humans
- Light
(adverse effects)
- Male
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