Lennox-Gastaut syndrome

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:epilepsy
gptkbp:affects gptkb:children
family dynamics
gptkbp:associated_with intellectual disability
gptkbp:can_be_used_to abnormal EEG findings
gptkbp:can_cause developmental delays
behavioral problems
learning difficulties
gptkbp:can_lead_to social isolation
emotional challenges
status epilepticus
psychosocial issues
increased risk of injuries
gptkbp:challenges diagnose
gptkbp:characterized_by multiple types of seizures
gptkbp:common_seizure_types myoclonic seizures
generalized tonic-clonic seizures
atonic seizures
clonic seizures
tonic seizures
gptkbp:diagnosis clinical evaluation
gptkbp:first_described_by 1960s
gptkbp:future_prospects varies by individual
gptkbp:genetic_studies may Play ARole
gptkbp:has_achieved comorbid conditions
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
gptkbp:impact quality of life
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:attention_deficit_hyperactivity_disorder_(ADHD)
autism spectrum disorder
higher mortality rates
other neurological disorders
gptkbp:is_characterized_by resistance to treatment
gptkbp:is_common_in males
gptkbp:is_considered a lifelong condition
a severe form of epilepsy
gptkbp:is_managed_by comprehensive care approach
gptkbp:is_targeted_at stress
fever
lack of sleep
gptkbp:named_after gptkb:William_Lennox
Henri Gastaut
gptkbp:occurs_in other seizure disorders
gptkbp:prevalence 1-2% of epilepsy cases
gptkbp:requires special education services
occupational therapy
speech therapy
hospitalization during seizures
regular medical follow-up
gptkbp:research_focus genetic studies
new treatment options
understanding underlying mechanisms
gptkbp:treatment ketogenic diet
vagus nerve stimulation
anticonvulsant medications
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Zygel
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6