Epilepsy risk 4.25 times higher in TBI survivors

Mon 21 Aug 2023

Researchers have found that individuals with TBI have 4.25 times higher risk of having epilepsy than individuals without TBI

A team of researchers have conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the risk of epilepsy between individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and those without TBI.

Observing results from 10 studies, the researchers found that individuals with TBI had a 4.25 times higher risk of having epilepsy than individuals without TBI. They also found that patients within 5 years post-TBI had the highest risk of epilepsy.

The researchers conclude that long-term follow up of individuals with TBI is necessary to prevent adverse consequences due to the significantly higher risk of developing epilepsy.

Reference: Sui, S.B.S., Sun, J.M.M., Chen, X.B.S., & Fan, F.B.S. (2023). Risk of Epilepsy Following Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, 38(4), E289-E298.
DOI: 10.1097/HTR.0000000000000818

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