Biology of Seizure Susceptibility in Developing Brain

Underlyng biology that governs the age-dependent seizure susceptibility is a new, exciting research field for every pediatric epileptologist and developmental neuroscientists. From their daily practice, clinicians are well aware about a close correlation between the degree of seizure susceptibility and the age of the individual. Pathophysiological mechanisms involved are multiple, including race/gender nutrition, receptors/ion channels, dysgenesis, pharmacokinetics of AEDs, acute illnesses/inflammation and many others.

In this book, top-ranked experts contributed their original papers dealing with the cutting edge of knowledge in various aspects of underlying biology. Each article presents a comprehensive review of the subject, guiding the reader to better understanding the contemporary status of achievements in this challenging research field.