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Dravet Syndrome

Dravet syndrome is a rare, severe form of epilepsy that begins in the first year of life, often with seizures triggered by fever. Children may later develop other seizure types, delays in development and problems with movement and behaviour. It is most often caused by a change in the SCN1A gene. Management focuses on seizure control with specific medicines, avoiding triggers and supportive care.

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What is Dravet Syndrome?

Dravet syndrome is a rare, severe form of epilepsy that begins in the first year of life, often with seizures triggered by fever. Children may later develop other seizure types, delays in development and problems with movement and behaviour. It is most often caused by a change in the SCN1A gene. Management focuses on seizure control with specific medicines, avoiding triggers and supportive care.

How many clinical trials are available for Dravet Syndrome?

RareWays currently indexes 57 clinical trials for Dravet Syndrome, of which 9 are actively recruiting. These counts cover indexed trials across countries, not just your country. An Australian site does not necessarily mean that site is recruiting. Check locations, eligibility and current availability with the study team.

Where does the research data for Dravet Syndrome come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is refreshed automatically every day. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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