Handbook of Epileptology (Fundamentals, Clinical Phenomenology and Therapeutic Behavior)
Foundation, clinical phenomenology and therapeutic behavior
Dr. Hristo B. Kolchev is a neurologist, epileptologist, otoneurologist, specialist in sleep medicine, electrophysiologist and specialist in hyperbaric medicine with oxygen-barotherapy.
In his 50-year professional career, Dr. Kolchev has worked as a treating physician, researcher and teacher in a number of clinical, scientific-experimental and teaching areas as a general neurology, epileptology, sleep and breathing disorders, vertigo and balance disorders, experimental and clinical electro-neurophysiology (EEG, evoked potentials, Event-related Potentials, Long-Term Video-EEG Monitoring, invasive EEG, polysomnography, experimental vestibulology, etc. ).
He is the author of over 180 publications in national and international scientific publications, as well as two dissertations and five monographs.
Dr. Kolchev is a cosmopolitan, a citizen of Bulgaria and the USA. Apart from Bulgaria, he has worked for more than 20 years in seven countries located on three continents. This guide is the result of his long-term observations, impressions and work in different schools and with different methodologies.
About the author
Dr. Hristo B. Kolchev
Dr. Hristo B. Kolchev is a neurologist, epileptologist, otoneurologist, specialist in sleep medicine, electrophysiologist and specialist in hyperbaric medicine with oxygen-barotherapy.
Handbook of Epileptology: Foundations, Clinical Phenomenology, and Therapeutic Behavior is a comprehensive study of epilepsy that brings together the fundamental knowledge, clinical phenomenology, and therapeutic aspects of this diverse neurological disorder.
This guide has been compiled by leading experts in the field of epileptology and offers an in-depth study of all aspects of epilepsy, from the underlying mechanisms of the disease to its clinical presentation and treatment.
The first part of the book focuses on fundamental aspects of epilepsy, including neuronal mechanisms, genetic factors, pharmacology, and the molecular basis of the disease. Through a comprehensive exposition of these basic principles, readers gain a clear understanding of the nature of epilepsy and its complex interactions.
The next part of the book examines the clinical phenomenology of epilepsy, providing a detailed description of the different types of epileptic seizures, their clinical characteristics, and the differential diagnosis between them. From epileptic syndromes to status epilepticus, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the various clinical scenarios that may be encountered in an epileptologist's practice.
The final part of the book is devoted to the therapeutic aspects of epilepsy, presenting a detailed analysis of pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to the control of epileptic seizures. From antiepileptic therapy to surgical options and non-pharmacological therapies, the book offers a comprehensive overview of current therapeutic strategies for the management of epilepsy.
Bringing together the fundamental knowledge, clinical phenomenology and therapeutic aspects of epilepsy, this guide is an invaluable source of information for medical professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of this serious neurological disease. Undoubtedly, A Guide to Epileptology is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn about epilepsy from all angles and arm themselves with the most up-to-date knowledge and practical skills for its management.
