Presentation
History of complex partial seizures, poorly controlled with multiple anti-epileptic medications. Chest sepsis?
Patient Data
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Left-sided vagal nerve stimulator (VNS) and its leads are seen in appropriate position of electrodes in the left side of the neck. The lungs are clear.
Case Discussion
Vagal nerve stimulators are implantable devices used in patients with intractable epilepsy. They are considered to be adjunctive therapies in the treatment of refractory seizure disorders and have been successful in both adult and pediatric patients.
This case was submitted with supervision and input from:
Soni C. Chawla, M.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Radiological Sciences
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Olive View - UCLA Medical Center