Effect of Vagus Nerve Stimulation on Blood Inflammatory Markers in Children with Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: A Pilot Study

• Main Authors: Valentina Baro (Author), Maria Vittoria Bonavina (Author), Francesco Saettini (Author), Giovanna D'Amico (Author), Andrea Trezza (Author), Luca Denaro (Author), Daniele Grioni (Author), Andrea Landi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2022-07-01T00:00:00Z.
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Background: Since one of the suggested mechanisms of action of VNS on epilepsy is the reduction of central inflammation, we carried out a comprehensive analysis of blood inflammatory markers in children considered for VNS surgery. Materials and methods: Five pediatric patients were studied. An exten...