Abstract
This paper reviews the present knowledge on the genetics of the epilepsies. Main clinical features, gene localization and pattern of inheritance of the idiopathic epilepsies, the progressive myoclonus epilepsies, and some other genetic disorders often associated with epilepsy, are described.
MeSH terms
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Chromosome Mapping
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Disease Progression
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Electroencephalography
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Epilepsy / classification
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Epilepsy / diagnosis
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Epilepsy / epidemiology
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Epilepsy / genetics*
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Epilepsy / physiopathology
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Genetic Linkage
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Genetic Markers
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Humans
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Intellectual Disability / genetics
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Pedigree
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Seizures / genetics
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Syndrome