Rev Neurol France
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Multicenter Study Clinical Trial Observational Study
Predictors of quality of life in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: a 2-year longitudinal study.
Knowledge of which factors are determinant of quality of life (QoL) in patients with multiple scleroris (MS) would assist clinicians in choosing the most appropriate interventions. The aim of this study was to determine the contribution of sociodemographic and clinical factors in the predicting QoL in a 2-year cohort of patients with relapsing-remitting MS (RR-MS). ⋯ After adjusting for disability and relapse occurrence, sociodemographics (age, marital status, and occupational status) and baseline QoL scores were also independent QoL predictors in MS patients. Special attention should be given to subgroups to ensure optimal management.
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The aim of this article was to review and evaluate the published literature related to the outcome of epilepsy surgery, while placing it in an historical perspective, and to describe the future prospects in this field. ⋯ Constant evolution of epilepsy surgery has improved patient outcomes over time. Current research and development axes suggest the continuation of this trend and a reduction of the invasiveness of surgical procedures.