Comparison of therapeutic effects between selective amygdalohippocampectomy and anterior temporal lobectomy for the treatment of temporal lobe epilepsy: a meta-analysis.

Author: ChengLin, GuJianwen, KongBin, KuangYongqin, YangTao

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BACKGROUND: Temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) is a recurrent chronic nervous system disease. The conventional treatment is medicine. So far, anterior temporal lobectomy (ATL) and selective amygdalohippocampectomy (SAH) are becoming the two main approaches. METHODS: To compare the therapeutic effects bet...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.3109/02688697.2013.841854

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Temporal Lobe Epilepsy: A Tale of Two Surgeries

[Temporal lobe epilepsy] is a challenging condition, like a desert storm that can disrupt the peaceful oasis of the brain. This study compares the [therapeutic effects] of two surgical approaches for [temporal lobe epilepsy]: [selective amygdalohippocampectomy] and [anterior temporal lobectomy]. Researchers conducted a [meta-analysis] to determine if one approach is [more effective] than the other.

Navigating the Desert of Epilepsy: Which Surgery is Best?

The results of the [meta-analysis] suggest that [both surgical approaches] have [similar therapeutic effects] in terms of [postoperative seizure control] and [verbal memory function]. This suggests that [choosing the appropriate surgery] depends on the [individual patient's needs] and [specific condition].

The Desert of Epilepsy: A Personalized Approach

This study highlights the importance of [personalized treatment] for [patients with temporal lobe epilepsy]. It emphasizes the need to [carefully assess] the [individual patient's condition] and [choose the most suitable surgical approach].

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study reminds us that the desert of [epilepsy treatment] requires a [personalized approach]. While [both surgeries] offer [similar benefits], understanding the [individual needs] and [specific condition] of each patient is crucial for making the best decision about the [most effective treatment].

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-01-15
  2. Date Revised 2014-06-03
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

24099101

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.3109/02688697.2013.841854

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