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When do you recommend treating stimulus-induced generalized periodic discharges (GPDs)?

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Neurology · Michigan State Univ
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If they are on the ictal-interictal continuum (1-2.5 Hz), I would perform an AED trial, but non-aggressive management especially if there is a known metabolic or systemic etiology.

In general, some factors that would suggest a less aggressive more observant approach:

  • Generalized discharges
  • No "plus...

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