Childhood-onset self-limited focal epilepsy syndrome
MONDO:0800502A group of conditions characterized by age-dependent occurrence in otherwise normal children. Cognition and neurological evaluation are typically normal. Remission occurs in almost all patients by puberty. Presumed genetic factors have an important role. Seizure semiology and electroencephalographic (EEG) features are specific for each of the syndromes included in this group.
Also known as: childhood-onset SeLFE
13 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Routine EEGs may hold hidden clues to childhood epilepsy — a new analysis method is put to the test
Diagnosis CompletedThis study is testing whether a computer tool called BioEP can detect signs of seizure susceptibility in standard EEG recordings from children with epilepsy. Researchers will analyze past EEGs from 530 children aged 2 to 18 who already have an epilepsy diagnosis. The goal is to s…
Sponsor: Neuronostics Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain zaps may quiet epileptic spikes and boost language in kids
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can reduce abnormal brain activity and improve language in children with benign epilepsy with centrotemporal spikes (BECTS). Twenty-two children receive…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:09 UTC