Complex partial seizures of epilepsy

Complex partial seizure (CPS) of epilepsy is also called temporal lobe seizure, psychomotor seizure, showing partial seizures with varying degrees of disturbance of consciousness. Epileptic discharges originate in the temporal or medial frontal lobe. The origins, diffusion pathways, and speeds are different. The clinical manifestations can be quite different. Simple partial seizures can occur first (time can be long or short), and then disturbances of consciousness occur. Special sensations or pure autonomic symptoms are usually auras. Seizures originating from deep structures (medial temporal lobe, limbic system, etc.), such as psychoses (auras), may be short, and disturbances of consciousness may soon appear; consciousness disturbances may also begin, Even simply showing a disturbance of consciousness.

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