Epilepsy

This study has been commissioned by the Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership
as part of the Clinical Outcome Review Programme, as part of the current contract awarded in 2015. 
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Data collection for study: To commence in February 2021  
Publication date:      TBC   

Aim: To investigate variation and remediable factors in the processes of care of patients presenting to hospital following an epileptic seizure.

• To identify patients seen in hospital with suspected seizure and to investigate their care, from presentation to resolution.
• To evaluate the quality of assessment, of physical, psychological and social contributors to their illness.
• To assess the availability of care and identify avoidable delay, obstacles to care, and harmful intervention.
• To assess organisational aspects of care including education, local and national guidelines, and delivery of care.
• To produce recommendations for improvement.