Question

What tests should be done to assist in the treatment of pediatric epilepsy?

Answer

  1. Electroencephalogram (EEG) is a crucial auxiliary examination in the diagnosis of epilepsy, with about 80% of pediatric epilepsy patients detectable through EEG. Repeated EEGs, combined with provocative tests and special electrodes, can increase the detection rate to 90%-95%.
  2. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computerized Tomography (CT) scans can provide more accurate lesion localization when EEG cannot confirm the diagnosis, helping to diagnose epilepsy and develop a treatment plan.