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The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) has recently updated its practise advisory on antiseizure medication withdrawal. The recommendations have been formulated for pediatric as well as adult epilepsy, with emphasis on the risk factors for seizure relapse, occurrence of status epilepticus or death on drug withdrawal, and effect on quality of life in both age groups. We herein list the important aspects of the updated recommendations in pediatric epilepsy for the benefit of the general pediatricians. The full update is available at the AAN website.
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Gupta, A., Kumar, K. Antiseizure Medication Withdrawal in Seizure-Free Patients: What is New for the Pediatrician?. Indian Pediatr 59, 648–651 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13312-022-2580-8
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