Epilepsy In Nigeria – A Review Of Etiology, Epidemiology And Management

Abstract

Epilepsy is a major public health issue especially in developing African countries. The etiologies and approach to management are significantly different in developed and developing countries, with infectious causes and treatment with phenobarbitone being the peculiarities of the developing sub-Saharan African countries. This review emphasizes the peculiar etiological considerations, epidemiology and treatment options of epilepsy in Nigeria, and also compares these with the practice of epilepsy management in other African and developed countries.