Expert medical advice from an award-winning physician at one of the nation's best hospitals for the treatment of epilepsy and seizures. Epilepsy and seizures affect more than three million Americans of all ages. Approximately 200,000 new cases of epilepsy and seizures occur each year. For anyone affected by this disorder, The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Epilepsy can help.
Dr. Elaine Wyllie, a world-renowned neurologist and epilepsy specialist, guides you through all aspects of epilepsy, from the definition of seizures and their underlying causes, to treatment with medicine or surgery. The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Epilepsy provides a comprehensive, one-stop source of information about epilepsy, while also outlining clear and concise actions for maximizing care and treatment of this disorder.