Neuropsychological Characteristics for Admitted Patients with Left Temporal Lobe Epilepsy Disorder in Saudi Arabia: Cross-sectional Study

Abstract

Background: Chronic temporal lobe epilepsy has an impact on the focal sensory systems. Because the seizures remain for a specific period of time or are extended and referred to as complex seizures that spread to different regions of the brain, the condition is referred to as a typical type of epilepsy with central seizures. Objective: The cross-sectional study aimed to determine the neuropsychological characteristics of adult patients with left temporal lobe epilepsy, who could be admitted to an epilepsy monitoring facility for EEG testing. Patients and Methods: In 2022 (during a brief period of time between 2019 and 2020), a cross-sectional review of 27 adult patients with left temporal lobe epilepsy was conducted to assess the cognitive function by using the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) in patients admitted to King Abdul- Aziz Medical City (National Guard). The data was made public by the mental health department in the King Abdul-Aziz Medical city. Results: A total of 27 right-handed Saudi patients (19 males and 8 females) over the age of 20 years, all of whom had left temporal lobe epilepsy disorder, were studied. The results of the study showed that there were no statistically significant differences between men and women in general. Except for processing speed, the female showed better than the male. This study provides a strong indicator that Saudi adult patients undergoing EEG examinations for the epilepsy monitoring unit should be admitted. Conclusion: Patients with left temporal lobe epilepsy disorder demonstrate interactions in some mental processes that have an effect on how well they perform on evaluations of intelligence such as (WAIS). The findings of this study demonstrate the requirement for further neuropsychological assessments in order to enhance the medical services offered to these patients.