Search / Trial NCT06223334

Epileptic Syndromes in Infants and Early Childhood

Launched by AL-AZHAR UNIVERSITY · Jan 16, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of October 08, 2024

Recruiting

Keywords

Infants Early Childhood

Description

Epilepsy is the most common disabling neurological problem among children worldwide, and has a varying prevalence and etiological profile across the life-cycle. Onset of epilepsy prior to two-year age is more common than later in childhood. It more commonly has a symptomatic cause and poor long-term outcome with respect to seizure-control and cognition. Previous work from India on epilepsy in infants has either focused on a single etiology, on one particular epilepsy syndrome, or on single seizure rather than epilepsy. A recent prospective, population-based study showed an incidence of 75...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • For each group
  • * Infants and children diagnosed as epilepsy syndrome (as per International League Against Epilepsy, 2014).
  • * Infants and children ages ranged between 1 \& 36 months.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • for each group
  • * Patients with epilepsy less than 1 month and more than 36 months.
  • * Patients with conditions mimic epilepsy.
  • * Patients with seizures related to electrolyte disturbances, inborn error of metabolism, mitochondrial diseases, white matter diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, peroxisomal disorders and non-syndromic epileptic children.

About Al Azhar University

Al-Azhar University, a prestigious institution in Egypt, is dedicated to advancing medical research and education through rigorous clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on ethical standards and scientific integrity, the university aims to contribute to the development of innovative therapies and healthcare solutions. By fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and academic experts, Al-Azhar University positions itself as a leading sponsor in clinical research, committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the understanding of various medical conditions.

Locations

Assiut, , Egypt

Assiut, , Egypt

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Timeline

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