Cognition in adult patients with newly diagnosed non-lesional temporal lobe epilepsy.

Objective: To evaluate whether cognitive performance is affected in newly diagnosed temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) and to determine the most vulnerable cognitive domains.

Methods: In this baseline longitudinal study, differences in memory and non-memory cognitive functions were assessed using comprehensive neuropsychological test batteries in 21 adult patients with newly diagnosed non-lesional TLE and individually matched controls. In addition, the analyses included ratings of self-perceived emotional status.