Gene Therapies for Epilepsy
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  • Release Date: 2023-09-20
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This video is adapted from 10.3390/brainsci13091305

Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide, with a substantial number of patients facing drug-resistant epilepsy. This video explores innovative therapies for epilepsy management, focusing on their principles, clinical evidence, and potential applications. Traditional antiseizure medications (ASMs) form the cornerstone of epilepsy treatment, but their limitations necessitate alternative approaches. The video delves into cutting-edge therapies such as responsive neurostimulation (RNS), vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), and deep brain stimulation (DBS), highlighting their mechanisms of action and promising clinical outcomes. Additionally, the potential of gene therapies and optogenetics in epilepsy research is discussed, revealing groundbreaking findings that shed light on seizure mechanisms. Insights into cannabidiol (CBD) and the ketogenic diet as adjunctive therapies further broaden the spectrum of epilepsy management. Challenges in achieving seizure control with traditional therapies, including treatment resistance and individual variability, are addressed. The importance of staying updated with emerging trends in epilepsy management is emphasized, along with the hope for improved therapeutic options. Future research directions, such as combining therapies, AI applications, and non-invasive optogenetics, hold promise for personalized and effective epilepsy treatment. As the field advances, collaboration among researchers of natural and synthetic biochemistry, clinicians from different streams and various forms of medicine, and patients will drive progress toward better seizure control and a higher quality of life for individuals living with epilepsy.

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Sinha, J.K. Gene Therapies for Epilepsy. Encyclopedia. Available online: https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/927 (accessed on 27 July 2024).
Sinha JK. Gene Therapies for Epilepsy. Encyclopedia. Available at: https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/927. Accessed July 27, 2024.
Sinha, Jitendra Kumar. "Gene Therapies for Epilepsy" Encyclopedia, https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/927 (accessed July 27, 2024).
Sinha, J.K. (2023, September 20). Gene Therapies for Epilepsy. In Encyclopedia. https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/927
Sinha, Jitendra Kumar. "Gene Therapies for Epilepsy." Encyclopedia. Web. 20 September, 2023.
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