Generalised Epilepsy Due to Function Abnormalities – MM1501
Primary generalised epilepsy, also called idiopathic generalised epilepsy (IGE), refers to an epilepsy syndrome of idiopathic or unknown cause, not attributed to a known underlying condition such as brain tumour, stroke or other neurological disorder. IGE is characterised by bilateral spike–wave epileptiform discharges on electroencephalography (EEG). There are a number of different IGE syndromes. Each syndrome has its own characteristic seizure type(s), typical age of onset, and specific EEG patterns.
Modern Medicine – January 2015
