Epilepsy, Antiseizure Therapy, and Sleep Cycle Parameters
Joint Authors
Source
Epilepsy Research and Treatment
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-8, 8 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-08-07
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
8
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
A reciprocal relationship exists between sleep and epilepsy.
The quality of sleep is affected by the presence and frequency of seizures, type of antiepileptic therapy utilized, and coexisting primary sleep disorders.
Daytime somnolence is one of the most common adverse effects of antiepileptic therapy, with specific pharmacologic agents exhibiting a unique influence on components of sleep architecture.
The newer generation of antiseizure drugs demonstrates improved sleep efficiency, greater stabilization of sleep architecture, prolongation of REM sleep duration, and increased quality of life measures.
The emerging field of chronoepileptology explores the relationship between seizures and circadian rhythms, aiming for targeted use of antiseizure therapies to maximize therapeutic effects and minimize the adverse events experienced by the patients.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Shvarts, Vladimir& Chung, Steve. 2013. Epilepsy, Antiseizure Therapy, and Sleep Cycle Parameters. Epilepsy Research and Treatment،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-489143
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Shvarts, Vladimir& Chung, Steve. Epilepsy, Antiseizure Therapy, and Sleep Cycle Parameters. Epilepsy Research and Treatment No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-489143
American Medical Association (AMA)
Shvarts, Vladimir& Chung, Steve. Epilepsy, Antiseizure Therapy, and Sleep Cycle Parameters. Epilepsy Research and Treatment. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-489143
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-489143