Neuroimaging in epilepsy
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Neuroimaging in Epilepsy
This review covers the current approach to neuroimaging in epilepsy. Some conceptual considerations for the interpretation of neuroimaging findings are also discussed. An algorithm for neuroimaging in the presurgical evaluation of epilepsy patients is presented, and recommendations are given for specific magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) protocols. The typical findings on MRI, including function...
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عنوان ژورنال: Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology
سال: 2011
ISSN: 0972-2327
DOI: 10.4103/0972-2327.82787