The Blood-Brain Barrier and Epilepsy! - Dr. Claire Behan & Dr. Chris Greene

This chat delves into the intricate relationship between the blood-brain barrier and epilepsy - particularly temporal lobe epilepsy! Claire, Chris, and Torie highlight the dysfunction of the blood-brain barrier in people with an epilepsy, the role of imaging techniques in assessing this dysfunction, and the outcomes of surgical interventions. Excitingly, Claire and Chris also explore future research directions aimed at targeting the blood-brain barrier to improve treatment outcomes for people with an epilepsy!

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📖 Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:00 Understanding the Blood-Brain Barrier and Epilepsy

03:03 Research Focus: Temporal Lobe Epilepsy and Surgery Outcomes

05:52 The Role of Imaging in Assessing Blood-Brain Barrier Dysfunction

08:59 Surgical Interventions and Their Impact on Seizures

11:52 Future Directions: Targeting the Blood-Brain Barrier for Treatment

00:00 Conclusion & Thanks

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