Question
My child was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of six. Can they undergo surgery treatment?
Answer
Disorders in the balance of excitation and inhibition in the central nervous system lead to epilepsy seizures, which are often associated with changes in ion channels, neurotransmitters, and glial cells. Pediatric epilepsy is often related to genetic factors. After standard antiepileptic drug treatment, approximately 20% to 30% of patients do not respond well to medication. Currently, for these drug-resistant epilepsy patients, surgery offers a new treatment option, with about 50% of drug-resistant epilepsy patients being able to control or cure seizures through surgery. It is recommended to visit specialized epilepsy hospitals and follow the advice of professional doctors.