Epilepsy is ubiquitous, but more devastating in the poorer regions of the world⋯ or is it?
The incidence and prevalence of active epilepsy are greatest in Africa compared to all other continents, even those with equivalent poor settings. This is a reflection of the high levels of structural and metabolic causes and may reflect an increased risk in parts of the continent. The full burden o...
Main Authors: | Wilmshurst, J, Birbeck, G, Newton, C |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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Blackwell Publishing Inc.
2014
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