ABSTRACT
Epilepsy is the most common chronic, disabling neurological condition in the United Kingdom. The incidence of epilepsy is high in older people. It is believed that epilepsy can be managed by a structured, goal-orientated regime in the primary care sector as there are better-defined indicators for secondary care referrals as per National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence guidelines. Epilepsy has the potential for stigmatisation and psychological consequences. The primary care physician is responsible for the care of adults with epilepsy. Depression and anxiety are more common in people with epilepsy. Every year approximately 1000 people in England die of epilepsy-related causes, of which 400 deaths are avoidable. There is an increased risk of seizures in the children of parents with epilepsy, but the probability that a child will be affected is very low. While updating epilepsy indicators some other data can be collected which could help you maximise the Quality and Outcomes Framework.
