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Dravet Syndrome: Comorbidities and Patient Quality of Life

Key Takeaways

  • Dravet syndrome comorbidities include developmental delays, behavioral issues, sleep disturbances, and increased infection risk, requiring comprehensive management strategies.
  • Multidisciplinary management involves pharmacological interventions, behavioral therapies, and supportive care to address the diverse needs of patients.
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Scott Perry, MD, discusses how pediatric patients with Dravet syndrome often experience various comorbidities alongside seizures, including developmental delays, behavioral issues, and sleep disturbances, which significantly impact quality of life, especially when diagnosis is delayed, necessitating comprehensive management strategies.

Video content above is prompted by the following:

  • What comorbidities do pediatric patients with Dravet syndrome experience?
    • How are these comorbidities managed?

  • What is the effect of Dravet syndrome on a patient’s quality of life?
    • How does a delayed diagnosis affect a patient's quality of life?
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