Prevalence and Pattern of Headache in Pediatric Epilepsy

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Mar 7, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "Prevalence and Pattern of Headache in Pediatric Epilepsy," is studying how common headaches are in children who have epilepsy. The research will involve about 60 children, aged 5 to 18, at Assiut University Children's Hospital. The goal is to understand the different types of headaches these children experience and how they relate to their epilepsy. By gathering information through medical history, physical exams, and tests, the study hopes to find ways to improve headache treatment for kids with epilepsy.

To participate, children must be between 5 and 18 years old and able to describe their symptoms clearly. It's important to note that children who have difficulty expressing themselves due to certain mental or verbal challenges won't be included. Participation is completely voluntary, and there are very few risks involved. This research could help doctors understand better how to treat headaches in children with epilepsy, ultimately leading to better care for these patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • - pediatric epilepsy patients (5:18 years of age) who are mentally normal and can describe their symptoms.
• • 2/ Acceptance to participate in this study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • - / Children who can't express their symptoms properly because of mental retardation, psychiatric illness or verbal disability.
• • 2/ Children or Parents who refused to participate in this study.