Treating Intractable Infantile Spasms - A Serious, Often-Overlooked Condition

Explore a comprehensive lecture on Intractable Infantile Spasms, a serious and often-overlooked condition, presented by UCLA pediatric surgeon Dr. Aria Fallah. Learn about the unique symptoms that distinguish this condition from reflux and colic, crucial signs to watch for, and how these spasms can progress to seizures. Discover the various surgical procedures available for treatment, including corpus callosotomy and minimally invasive approaches. Gain insights into the causes, first-line treatments, and when to consider surgery for infantile spasms. Understand the importance of clinical findings, EEG, and MRI in the pre-surgical evaluation process. This 22-minute presentation offers valuable information for healthcare professionals and concerned parents alike, shedding light on a condition that requires prompt recognition and intervention.