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Benign childhood epilepsy with centro-temporal spikes
Link to WHO Definition
Benign childhood epilepsy with centro-temporal spikes – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1046279423
Epilepsy characterised by focal seizures, mainly during sleep, often with involvement of the mouth and face. Convulsive seizures may occur. A history of febrile seizures is common. Onset is maximal between 7 and 10 years of age. The electroencephalogram typically shows focal epileptiform discharges over one or both centrotemporal areas. Remission occurs before age 16 years.