New approaches for detection and modulation of abnormal brain networks in a preclinical model for epilepsy based on a combination of functional magnetic resonance imaging, optogenetics, chemogenetics and intracranial electroencephalography Ghent University
Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder that is characterized by the occurrence of spontaneous
seizures. Unfortunately, about one third of the patients still have seizures despite treatment with
anti-epileptic drugs (AED). In addition, many patients have severe side effects due the large doses
of AED they need to take. Other treatments are required to improve the quality of life of those
patients. In order to find ...