Epileptic Seizures Clinical Trial
Official title:
Epidemiologic Follow Up Study of Newly Diagnosed Epilepsy Among Seniors From Different Ethnic Groups
Verified date | November 2017 |
Source | University of Arizona |
Contact | n/a |
Is FDA regulated | No |
Health authority | |
Study type | Observational |
The purpose of this proposed research is to identify individuals in southeastern Arizona aged 65 years and older who have new onset seizures (or newly diagnosed epilepsy) and monitor them for at least two years. In doing so the investigators will be able to describe the public health burden of this condition and to identify factors that predict clinical outcomes and health care needs in this population, using quantitative, administrative, and qualitative data. The aims of this proposed research are 1) to determine the two-year incidence of newly diagnosed epilepsy in the target population, 2) describe health care resource utilization of the target population using Medicare data, 3) validate the use of Medicare beneficiary data to estimate incidence of epilepsy, and 4) describe the burden of this condition in different ethnic groups.
Status | Completed |
Enrollment | 97 |
Est. completion date | September 2014 |
Est. primary completion date | September 2014 |
Accepts healthy volunteers | No |
Gender | All |
Age group | 65 Years and older |
Eligibility |
Inclusion Criteria: - Aged 65 years or older - New onset seizure or newly diagnosed epilepsy as of October 2010 - Is a resident of Pima, Cochise or Santa Cruz County Exclusion Criteria: - Seizure dues to hyponatremia, hypoglycemia, alcohol use (with no evidence of other seizures) |
Country | Name | City | State |
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United States | Pima, Cochise, Santa Cruz Counties | Tucson | Arizona |
Lead Sponsor | Collaborator |
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University of Arizona | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
United States,
Martin R, Vogtle L, Gilliam F, Faught E. What are the concerns of older adults living with epilepsy? Epilepsy Behav. 2005 Sep;7(2):297-300. — View Citation
Pallin DJ, Goldstein JN, Moussally JS, Pelletier AJ, Green AR, Camargo CA Jr. Seizure visits in US emergency departments: epidemiology and potential disparities in care. Int J Emerg Med. 2008 Jun;1(2):97-105. doi: 10.1007/s12245-008-0024-4. Epub 2008 Jun 5. — View Citation
Tallis R, Hall G, Craig I, Dean A. How common are epileptic seizures in old age? Age Ageing. 1991 Nov;20(6):442-8. — View Citation
Type | Measure | Description | Time frame | Safety issue |
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Primary | A two-year incidence rate of new-onset seizures and/or newly-diagnosed epilepsy among seniors in southeastern Arizona. | A surveillance mechanism will be developed to identify and recruit seniors from emergency departments, neurology clinics, primary care clinics, and other service providers for seniors. | Up to four years | |
Secondary | Compare the impact of epilepsy on the different ethnic groups of seniors with epilepsy | Assess the level and ethnic differences in health-related quality of life, mental health, and perceived stigma among seniors with seizures. Use in-depth interviews to explore issues related to epilepsy and its treatment. Conduct focus groups with caregivers to learn about their concerns and barriers. |
Up to four years |
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