Epilepsy Treatment at Cleveland Clinic

Epilepsy Treatment provides specialized evaluation and individualized management for epilepsy and seizure disorders. Treatment may include medication management, advanced diagnostic testing, seizure monitoring, dietary or lifestyle approaches, and surgical or device-based therapies for selected patients whose seizures are not adequately controlled with medication.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of epilepsy treatment depends on the type and frequency of seizures, specialist evaluation, diagnostic testing, EEG monitoring, brain imaging, medications, procedures, surgery and follow-up care required. A personalized estimate is provided according to the patient's treatment plan.

Complete Description

What Is Epilepsy Treatment?

Epilepsy Treatment focuses on controlling seizures, identifying their underlying cause and improving quality of life.

Treatment is individualized according to:

• Seizure type

• Epilepsy diagnosis

• Seizure frequency

• Age

• Medical history

• Previous treatments

• Response to medication

Who May Need Epilepsy Treatment?

Epilepsy care may be appropriate for patients experiencing:

• Recurrent seizures

• Unexplained episodes of loss of awareness

• Abnormal movements

• Temporary loss of consciousness

• Seizure-related injuries

• Medication-resistant seizures

Epilepsy Consultation

A specialist consultation may include:

• Detailed seizure history

• Medical history

• Family history

• Previous neurological evaluations

• Medication review

• Review of previous test results

• Neurological examination

Seizure Evaluation

Specialists may assess:

• Seizure frequency

• Duration

• Symptoms before and after seizures

• Possible triggers

• Loss of awareness

• Movement patterns

• Recovery after episodes

Information from family members or witnesses can also be useful.

Neurological Examination

The examination may assess:

• Muscle strength

• Reflexes

• Sensation

• Coordination

• Balance

• Walking

• Speech

• Cognitive function

EEG Testing

An electroencephalogram (EEG) records electrical activity in the brain.

EEG testing may help:

• Support an epilepsy diagnosis

• Identify abnormal electrical activity

• Classify seizure types

• Guide treatment planning

Long-Term Video EEG Monitoring

Selected patients may undergo prolonged video EEG monitoring.

This can allow specialists to correlate:

• Seizure symptoms

• Physical movements

• Behavior

• Brain electrical activity

Long-term monitoring can be particularly useful when the diagnosis or seizure type is unclear.

Brain Imaging for Epilepsy

Imaging may be used to identify structural abnormalities that could contribute to seizures.

Depending on the clinical situation, testing may include:

• MRI

• CT scan

• Other specialized brain imaging

Medication Management

Anti-seizure medications are commonly used to control epilepsy.

Treatment may involve:

• Starting medication

• Adjusting dosage

• Changing medication

• Combining medications

• Monitoring treatment response

Medication selection depends on the individual's seizure type and medical circumstances.

Medication-Resistant Epilepsy

Some patients continue to experience seizures despite appropriate medication treatment.

These patients may undergo specialized evaluation to determine whether additional treatment options could be appropriate.

Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation

Selected patients with medication-resistant epilepsy may be evaluated for surgery.

The evaluation may include:

• Video EEG monitoring

• MRI

• Neuropsychological testing

• Functional brain assessment

• Specialized neurological studies

Epilepsy Brain Surgery

For selected patients whose seizures originate from an identifiable brain region, surgery may be considered.

The goal may be to:

• Reduce seizure frequency

• Control seizures

• Improve quality of life

Surgical suitability depends on detailed neurological evaluation.

Laser and Minimally Invasive Epilepsy Procedures

Selected patients may be considered for minimally invasive approaches.

Treatment options depend on:

• Seizure origin

• Brain anatomy

• Epilepsy type

• Previous treatment

• Overall health

Neuromodulation for Epilepsy

For selected patients, device-based therapies may be considered to help reduce seizure frequency.

These approaches may be evaluated when seizures remain difficult to control with medication or surgery is not appropriate.

Dietary Therapy

Selected patients, particularly certain children and individuals with difficult-to-control epilepsy, may benefit from specialized dietary approaches.

Dietary treatment should be medically supervised.

Epilepsy Treatment for Children

Children with epilepsy may require specialized assessment because seizures can affect:

• Learning

• Development

• Behavior

• School performance

• Daily activities

Treatment is tailored to the child's age, development and seizure type.

Epilepsy Treatment for Adults

Adult epilepsy care may focus on:

• Seizure control

• Medication management

• Safety

• Lifestyle considerations

• Work and daily activities

• Long-term disease management

Seizure Safety Planning

Specialists may provide guidance regarding:

• Medication adherence

• Safety precautions

• Seizure triggers

• Activity recommendations

• Emergency planning

• Lifestyle management

Epilepsy Follow-Up

Regular follow-up may be used to monitor:

• Seizure frequency

• Medication effectiveness

• Medication side effects

• Neurological status

• Quality of life

• Treatment progress

Epilepsy Second Opinion

Patients with an existing epilepsy diagnosis may seek an epilepsy second opinion.

Specialists may review:

• EEG recordings

• MRI scans

• CT scans

• Seizure history

• Previous diagnoses

• Medication history

• Previous treatment response

International Patients

International patients should provide relevant neurological records whenever possible.

Useful documents may include:

• EEG reports

• EEG recordings when available

• MRI scans

• CT scans

• Neurology reports

• Seizure diaries

• Previous treatment records

• Medication list

• Laboratory results

Benefits of Specialized Epilepsy Treatment

Specialized epilepsy care may help:

• Diagnose seizure disorders

• Classify seizure types

• Identify potential causes

• Optimize medication treatment

• Evaluate medication-resistant epilepsy

• Assess eligibility for surgery

• Consider device-based therapies

• Monitor long-term seizure control

• Improve safety and quality of life

• Provide epilepsy second opinions

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Epilepsy Treatment?

Cleveland Clinic provides multidisciplinary epilepsy care involving neurologists, epileptologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neuropsychologists and other specialists.

Complex epilepsy cases can be evaluated through coordinated diagnostic testing and individualized treatment planning.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the complexity of epilepsy, diagnostic testing and treatment required.

Potential costs may include:

• Epilepsy consultation

• Neurological examination

• EEG

• Video EEG monitoring

• MRI

• CT scan

• Laboratory testing

• Medications

• Neuropsychological testing

• Surgical evaluation

• Epilepsy procedures

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate should be requested according to the patient's individual treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What treatments are available for epilepsy?

Treatment may include anti-seizure medications, specialized monitoring, dietary therapy, device-based treatment and surgery for selected patients.

2. What is medication-resistant epilepsy?

Medication-resistant epilepsy refers to epilepsy in which seizures continue despite appropriate treatment with anti-seizure medications.

3. Is epilepsy surgery suitable for every patient?

No. Surgery is considered only for selected patients after comprehensive neurological, imaging and seizure evaluation.

4. What tests are used to diagnose epilepsy?

Evaluation may include EEG, video EEG monitoring, MRI, neurological examination and other specialized testing.

5. How much does epilepsy treatment cost?

Price is available on request. The final cost depends on diagnostic testing, medications, procedures, surgery and follow-up care required.

Product Details

Product Name: Epilepsy Treatment

Hospital: Cleveland Clinic

Brand: Cleveland Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Neurology & Neurosurgery

Service Type: Epilepsy Treatment

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Available

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA