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CAE Prognosis — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A 5-year-old girl has a new diagnosis of absence epilepsy. Her parents ask about prognosis. What should they be told?

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Correct answer: E — Approximately 60-70% of children with childhood absence epilepsy achieve seizure remission by adolescence

CAE has a good prognosis: approximately 60-70% of children achieve complete remission by adolescence, especially those without GTCs and with an early response to medication. Predictors of poorer outcome include development of GTCs, older age at onset, and poor initial response to therapy.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Epilepsy