Ali Al-Zaazaai
M.Sc. of Clinical Pharmacy, Yemen
Publications
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Research Article
Prevalence Rate of Epilepsy among the Patients Attending the General Dhamar Hospital During the Period from 2020-2023
Author(s): Khaled Saleh*, Mohammed Al-Thahbi and Ali Al-Zaazaai
Background: Epilepsy is a prevalent neurological disorder, but data on its characteristics and regional variations are scarce in many parts of the world. This study focuses on Dhamar Governorate, Yemen, a region lacking sufficient information about epilepsy. Understanding the prevalence, age-of-onset patterns, gender distribution, and treatment practices for epilepsy in this area is crucial for improving public health efforts. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, age-of-onset patterns, gender distribution, and treatment practices for epilepsy in this region. Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed medical records of patients attending General Dhamar Hospital from 2020- 2023. Data on age, gender, residence, epilepsy duration, type, and treatment were collected and analyzed u.. Read More»

