Approximately 70 million people worldwide suffer from epilepsy,with about 9 million in China.About one-third of patients demonstrating resistance to traditional antiseizure medications(ASMs),Focal Cortical Stimulation(FCS)emerges as a novel neuromodulation therapy based on neural stimulation,showing potential in treating drug-resistant focal epilepsy.FCS reduces seizure frequency by diminishing abnormal excitability in cortical areas.Compared to traditional surgery,it carries lower risks and is particularly suited for patients whose epileptogenic foci are difficult to surgically localize.Its adjustability provides physicians with treatment flexibility,allowing them to tailor therapy based on patient conditions.Recent studies highlight the practical clinical application of FCS,underscoring its advantages in reducing the frequency of drug-resistant epilepsy seizures.The article concludes by exploring the future prospects of FCS,emphasizing the need for research in long-term efficacy assessment and patient adaptability,thus demonstrating its significant potential and direction for development in the field of epilepsy treatment.
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