LANDAU-KLEFFNER SYNDROME

Course overview

Landau-Kleffner syndrome (LKS) is a rare form of childhood epilepsy characterized by aphasia (i.e., language regression). Affected children have normal cognitive and physical development until onset (usually between 3–8 years). This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of LKS, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.