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Introduction to Epileptic Encephalopathies: Part 1

Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathies. An introduction to the epileptic encephalopathies seen in the first year of life including Ohtahara Syndrome, West Syndrome, Migrating Partial Epilepsy of Infancy, and Dravet Syndrome. Presented by Dr. S. Parrish Winesett from the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida…

EEG and Epileptic Encephalopathies

This is the fifth in our series on EEG in pediatric epilepsy. This is an introduction to the epileptic encephalopathies and their EEG findings. Topics include Lennox Gastaut Syndrome, Infantile spasms, Doose Syndrome, Dravet Syndrome, and the early infantile epileptic encephalopathies. Presented by Dr. S. Parrish Winesett from…

EEG Series: Partial and Generalized Epilepsy

This is a continuation of our series of lectures looking at EEG and seizure semiology. This is a review of generalized onset epilepsy and introduction to partial-onset seizures with a focus on interictal EEG findings. Presented by Dr. S. Parrish Winesett from the Department of Pediatrics at the University…

Abnormal EEG

This is a continuation of our EEG lecture series and looks at abnormalities seen on the EEG and how it relates to separating generalized onset epilepsies from partial onset epilepsies. The example of absence epilepsy is used to show the usefulness of the EEG in clinical practice.

Acute Weakness in the Emergency Room

This is part of our series about using the neurological history and exam to localize the level of weakness utilizing the example of acute motor weakness presenting in the emergency room.

The Basics of Sleep EEG

This is a presentation of the appearance of the EEG in the sleep state. It is the second of 2 videos about the normal EEG in children. Presented by Dr. S. Parrish Winesett from the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida.

The Basics of Awake EEG

This is a short presentation of the appearance of the EEG in the awake state. It is the first of 2 parts about the normal EEG in children. Presented by Dr. S. Parrish Winesett from the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida.

Lower Motor Neuron Weakness

The second part of the series of utilizing the neurological exam for localization. This 30 minute talk looks at defining weakness when the reflexes are absent indicating a lower motor neuron problem. Presented by Dr. S. Parrish Winesett from the Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Florida.