International classification of epileptic seizures

Classification: 1) primary generalized seizures* a) generalized tonic-clonic seizure b) absence seizure c) myoclonic seizure d) tonic seizure e) atonic seizure 2) partial seizures* a) simple partial seizure* b) complex partial seizure* c) partial seizure with secondary generalization 3) unclassified epileptic seizures * generalized seizures are those that involve both hemispheres diffusely from the onset * partial seizures arise in a focal area of the cortex * simple partial seizures with maintained consciousness * complex partial seizures with altered awareness

References

- Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 15, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2009