Matching the needs with skills in epilepsy care
- 13 May 1995
- Vol. 310 (6989) , 1219-1220
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.310.6989.1219
Abstract
People who experience one or more seizures take different pathways through the medical care system. Most initially see their general practitioner, who will, if epilepsy seems probable, refer them to a specialist. For their first appointment patients will probably be allocated three quarters of an hour. The specialist may confirm the diagnosis at the end of this or at a …Keywords
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