The impact of the new definition of epilepsy on diagnosis, treatment, and short-term outcomes—A prospective study

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A prospective study of 235 adult patients with first seizures examined how the 2014 ILAE definition of epilepsy (allowing earlier diagnosis) affected clinical outcomes compared to previous criteria. Among 146 patients diagnosed with epilepsy using new criteria, 72% remained seizure-free at 12-month follow-up, and anti-seizure medication significantly reduced seizure recurrence risk.

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