Epileptic encephalopathy with continuous spikes and waves during sleep in children with shunted hydrocephalus: A study of nine cases

Abstract

In children with early-onset hydrocephalus, particularly with behavioral and language disturbances and/or motor deterioration, CSWS should be considered. Periodic EEG recordings during sleep should be done in these children. The early identification of this particular electroclinical picture is crucial to start adequate treatment to avoid progressive cognitive deterioration.