The updated seizure terminology aims to make life easier for everyone both affected by focal seizures and those involved in epilepsy care. In this episode, Prof. Sándor Beniczky breaks down why "consciousness" is now the key term used to describe focal seizures, and how it imporves clarity, consistency, and global usability - benefiting those with with an epilepsy, carers, GPs/physicians, nurses, and specialists alike.
We discuss…

why focal "awareness” has been retired

what "consciousness" means during a seizure

the difference between responsiveness and recall

why the number of seizure types has been reduced

how the update strengthens communication at all levels of care

what these changes mean for real clinical practise

how shared language supports better decision-making



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