Safety & feasibility of responsive neurostimulation in children with refractory epilepsy: A single-center experience.

Objectives: Responsive neurostimulation (RNS) is a relatively recent addition to the epilepsy surgery armory, gaining FDA approval in 2013 for use in adults with intractable focal epilepsy. Data for the use of RNS system in patients less than 18 years of age is limited. We aim to determine the safety and feasibility of RNS in children with refractory epilepsy.

Project CARPE Diem: Curriculum and Assessment for Residents on Pediatric Epilepsy.

Background: Pediatric residencies are not preparing trainees well to manage patients with seizures and epilepsy. To address this, we implemented a six-session curriculum using active learning techniques with the goals of improving the knowledge and attitudes needed to effectively identify and treat seizures and epilepsy, and increase residents' comfort with counseling families about these topics.

Methods: A structured curriculum was implemented over the course of one month for the pediatric resident learner using andragogical methods such as didactic presentation, small-group sessions, role play, and simulation.

Primary and recurrent regional metastases for lateralized oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma.

Objectives: Map regional lymph node metastases for lateralized oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma (OCSCC) and evaluate factors associated with regional metastases and recurrence.

Materials And Methods: Retrospective cohort study of 715 patients with lateralized OCSCC surgically treated in 1997-2011. Analysis was performed using log-rank, Kaplan-Meier, and multivariable logistic and Cox regression.

Length of stay linked to neurodiagnostic workup for seizures presenting to the pediatric emergency department.

Introduction: Patients presenting to the pediatric emergency department (ED) often undergo unnecessary testing that leads to prolonged ED visits. Lower ED length of stay has been linked to improved patient experience and may reduce ED overcrowding, a costly burden on a health system.

Methods: This is a retrospective cohort study involving patient records over the period of 6 months at an urban tertiary children's hospital who presented with seizures.