When do you consider hemispherectomy for patients with Rasmussen encephalitis with stable epilepsy and preserved function of the affected half of body?

Depends on several factors. First, how debilitating are the seizures? If the person cannot function, like going to school for children or adult activities, then surgery to stop the seizures should be considered. Also, age is a factor. Children under the age of 5 years should be considered to make use of brain plasticity, especially if seizures are coming from a dominant side.

THESE cases are best served by being evaluated and monitored at a comprehensive epilepsy center that sees these kinds of ...