8A61.20 Benign childhood epilepsy with centro-temporal spikes

International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01

Epilepsy characterised by focal seizures, mainly during sleep, often with involvement of the mouth and face. Convulsive seizures may occur. A history of febrile seizures is common. Onset is maximal between 7 and 10 years of age. The electroencephalogram typically shows focal epileptiform discharges over one or both centrotemporal areas. Remission occurs before age 16 years.

synonyms

• Benign childhood epilepsy with centro-temporal spikes
• Benign familial epilepsy of childhood with rolandic spikes
• Rolandic epilepsy

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