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Temporal Lobe Epilepsy (TLE)

Overview and management of common focal epilepsy.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Neurology

Clinical Guidelines

International consensus classification of hippocampal sclerosis in temporal lobe epilepsy: A Task Force report from the ILAE Commission on Diagnostic Methods
National
Practice Guideline: Use of fMRI in the Presurgical Evaluation of Patients with Epilepsy
National
American College of Radiology (ACR) Appropriateness Criteria: Seizure and Epilepsy
Local
EANM practice guidelines for an appropriate use of PET and SPECT in paediatric and adult epilepsy
Local
International consensus classification of hippocampal sclerosis in temporal lobe epilepsy: a Task Force report from the ILAE Commission on Diagnostic Methods
Local
NICE guideline [NG217]: Epilepsies: diagnosis and management
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • Which diagnostic tests are recommended for confirming a diagnosis of temporal lobe epilepsy in primary care?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What are the first-line pharmacological treatments for adults diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • When should I consider referring a patient with temporal lobe epilepsy to a neurologist for further evaluation?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • How can I effectively counsel patients with temporal lobe epilepsy about lifestyle modifications to reduce seizure frequency?Updated: 8/22/2025
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