Early Signs of Genetic Epilepsies Can Predict Outcomes
This study looked at how early clinical signs and EEG (brain wave) patterns relate to the outcomes of children with genetic epilepsies.
Imaging & EEG
This hub covers epilepsy EEG and MRI: how EEGs and brain imaging help doctors understand seizure patterns and possible causes. Clear explanations of common findings and what research suggests.
What you’ll find in this topic:
- Plain-language summaries of new epilepsy studies
- What the research means for real life
- Practical questions to ask your neurologist
- Related topics you can explore next
Imaging & EEG: What Families Usually Want to Know
- What an EEG can (and can’t) tell you
- Why EEGs can be “normal” even when seizures are real
- When MRI/other imaging matters (and what doctors look for)
- What “spikes,” “slowing,” and “epileptiform activity” mean
Common EEG & Imaging Terms in Plain English
- EEG: Measures electrical activity from the scalp (not a brain “scan”)
- Epileptiform discharges: Patterns that suggest seizure risk
- Ictal: Refers to during a seizure
- Interictal: Refers to between seizures
- Focal vs. Generalized: Pertaining to one specific spot on or network on one side of the brain vs. both sides/networks
- MRI Lesion: A structural change that might be related (not always)
Imaging & EEG FAQ
Can you have epilepsy with a normal EEG?
Yes. EEGs are a snapshot. Some people need repeat EEGs, sleep-deprived EEGs, or long-term monitoring.
Does an abnormal EEG mean someone will definitely have seizures?
Not always. It raises suspicion and risk, but diagnosis still depends on the full story.
Why do doctors order an MRI?
To look for structural causes like scars, malformations, tumors, and stroke-related changes, which can guide treatment.
What is video EEG monitoring?
An inpatient or extended study that records EEG and video together to match symptoms to brain activity.
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Breathing Patterns May Predict Severe Hypoxemia After Seizures
Researchers studied how breathing patterns before seizures might relate to low oxygen levels after generalized convulsive seizures (GCS) in people with epilepsy.
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Real-Time Seizure Detection for Children Using Deep Learning
Researchers studied how to detect and classify different types of seizures in children using advanced computer technology called deep learning.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Imaging & EEG | New Studies
EEG Biomarkers May Predict Neuromodulation Success in Epilepsy
This study looked at how certain brain activity signals, called biomarkers, can help predict how well invasive treatments for drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) work.
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Understanding Neurocysticercosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Researchers studied neurocysticercosis (NCC), an infection caused by the larvae of the Taenia solium parasite, which affects the brain and is a major cause of epilepsy in certain regions.
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Understanding Symptoms of Precuneus Seizures for Better Care
Researchers studied seizures that start in a part of the brain called the precuneus.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Imaging & EEG | New Studies | Pediatrics
tDCS Shows Promise for Brain Disorders but Needs More Research
Researchers studied the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on various psychiatric and neurological disorders, including epilepsy, major depressive disorder, schizophrenia, alcohol use disorder, stroke, and fibromyalgia.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Imaging & EEG | New Studies
Understanding Epilepsy in Muscle-Eye-Brain Disease Patients
Researchers studied the characteristics of epilepsy in patients with Muscle-Eye-Brain disease (MEB), a rare genetic condition that affects muscle and brain development.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Imaging & EEG | New Studies | Pediatrics
Genetic Testing Helps Identify Causes of Familial Epilepsy
Researchers studied genetic testing for epilepsy in families, focusing on patients who have epilepsy and at least one close relative with the condition.
