What is the significance of seizure semiology in presurgical evaluation?

Semiology provides the first non-invasive clue to seizure onset zone localization. Temporal lobe seizures often feature oral automatisms and post-ictal aphasia (left hemisphere). Frontal lobe seizures feature hyperkinetic movements and rapid secondary generalization.

How does the ILAE 2017 classification change seizure terminology?

The 2017 ILAE classification replaces 'simple partial' and 'complex partial' with 'focal aware' and 'focal impaired awareness.' 'Grand mal' becomes 'generalized tonic-clonic.' This standardizes communication across centers and improves EEG-clinical correlation.

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Classify seizure semiology using standardized ILAE terminology to localize seizure onset zone and guide epilepsy surgery evaluation.

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