European experience of steroid therapy in children with developmental and epileptic encephalopathy with spike wave activation in sleep ((D)EE-SWAS).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy with spike wave activation in sleep (DEE-SWAS) and epileptic encephalopathy with spike wave activation in sleep (EE-SWAS) are rare but well-known childhood epileptic disorders. Steroids are one of the first line treatment options, but a variety of steroid regimens exists. The aim of this survey was to evaluate the practices of steroid therapy in the treatment of (D)EE-SWAS across European centers.

Methods

An online survey was conducted (via 'SurveyMonkey' Europe) among European epilepsy centers. Questions asked included: characteristics of replying center, applied definition of DEE-SWAS, existence of regional/national guidelines regarding diagnostic and therapeutic management. Particular attention was paid to the indicati

SUBMITTER: Canbay D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12039249 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature