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Nervous System - Pediatric/Paediatric Epilepsy: Ketogenic Diet

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Q: Is pre-ketogenic diet evaluation and counselling essential for the success of ketogenic diet treatment for pediatric intractable epilepsy?

Last Updated: 2023-09-27
Q: What is the efficacy of following a ketogenic diet (classic, medium chain triglyceride, low glycemic index treatment or modified Atkins diet) in the treatment of pediatric intractable epilepsy?

Last Updated: 2023-09-27
Q: What are nutritional requirements (energy, protein, fluid, vitamins and minerals) to support growth and nutritional status for children receiving the ketogenic diet (classic or MCT) while maintaining good seizure control?

Last Updated: 2023-09-27
Q: How can a ketogenic diet (classic, medium chain triglyceride, low glycemic index treatment or modified Atkins diet) be initiated safely and effectively for the treatment of pediatric intractable epilepsy?

Last Updated: 2023-09-28

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