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Direct linkArvio, M.; Sillanpaa, M. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2005
To study the effectiveness of topiramate (TPM) in refractory epilepsy in patients who have intellectual disability (ID). A representative population sample of 57 patients with ID (age range 261, mean 32.8) was administered add-on TPM for drug-refractory epilepsy. Results Seizure freedom for at least for 6months was attained by 10 (17%), and…
Descriptors: Patients, Seizures, Epilepsy, Incidence
Merriman, S.; Haw, C.; Kirk, J.; Stubbs, J. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2005
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the UK. The aim of this study was to screen inpatients with mild or borderline intellectual disability, many of whom also have mental illness, for risk factors for CHD. Participants were interviewed, measured and had blood samples taken. Of the 53 participants, 20 (37.7%)…
Descriptors: Patients, Risk, Obesity, Mental Disorders
