Diagnosis and Classification of Pediatric Epilepsy in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Comprehensive Review

This review examined the epidemiology, seizure classification and etiologies of epilepsy among children in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) to establish culturally appropriate best practices for providing epilepsy care in Africa.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:

The study aims to present the epidemiology and clinical characterization of epilepsy as well as challenges in diagnosis and classification to establish best practices for providing epilepsy care in Africa.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The epidemiology and classification of epilepsy.
2. The subjective experiences of patients and caregivers.
3. The challenges and barriers to care.
4. The cultural factors that need to be considered when developing interventions.
5. The best practices for providing epilepsy care in Africa.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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