Importance Epilepsy affects approximately 65 million people worldwide. Persistent seizures
are associated with a 20% to 40% risk of bodily injuries (eg, fractures, burns, concussions) …

Management of epilepsy in pregnancy: a report from the International League Against Epilepsy
Task Force on Women and Pregnancy | Cairn.info Cairn.info, Matières à réflexion Cairn.info …

Importance Women with epilepsy frequently need antiseizure medication (ASM) to prevent
seizures in pregnancy. Risk of neurodevelopmental disorders after prenatal exposure to …

Background Evidence for the comparative teratogenic risk of antiepileptic drugs is
insufficient, particularly in relation to the dosage used. Therefore, we aimed to compare the …

Pregnancy is a complex and vulnerable period that presents a number of challenges to
women, including the development of postpartum psychiatric disorders (PPDs). These …

Epilepsy affects 65 million people worldwide and entails a major burden in seizure-related
disability, mortality, comorbidities, stigma, and costs. In the past decade, important advances …

After more than a century from its discovery, valproic acid (VPA) still represents one of the
most efficient antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). Pre and post-synaptic effects of VPA depend on a …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) encompasses a group of multifactorial neurodevelopmental
disorders characterized by impaired social communication, social interaction and repetitive …

The perinatal period is associated with an increased risk of severe mental disorders. We
summarise the evidence regarding the epidemiology, risk factors, and treatment of severe …

Importance Valproate is used for the treatment of epilepsy and other neuropsychological
disorders and may be the only treatment option for women of childbearing potential …