Does an additional virtual interactive session increase the impact of digital educational material given to epilepsy patients? A randomized controlled trial

One-day psychosocial education program for people with epilepsy: A continuation study of the “Epi-school”

“…In order to solve this problem, potential solutions could involve leveraging online information provision, educational programs using popular smartphone applications, and self-management support tools. For example, in a randomized controlled trial of a group that participated in a digital session on epilepsy versus a group that did not participate, the knowledge scale increased around one week after the session [ 39 ]. Moreover, although patient education uses augmented reality, its possibilities have been suggested in a recent review [ 40 ].…”

Potential merits and flaws of large language models in epilepsy care: A critical review

“…Time limitations in the outpatient department and/or non‐availability of an epilepsy nurse consultant are restrictions to implement face‐to‐face consultation. To this end, virtual interactive sessions can help improve compliance and the avoidance of seizure triggers 57 . Epilepsy‐specific, LLM‐trained chatbots would ideally fit in this regimen, being always available for PWE.…”

“…To this end, virtual sessions can help improve compliance and the avoidance of seizure triggers. 57 Epilepsy-specific, LLM-trained chatbots would ideally fit in this regimen, being always available for PWE. Questions could range from lifestyle oriented (e.g., when am I allowed to drive again?…”

Are AI language models such as ChatGPT ready to improve the care of individuals with epilepsy?

“…CDSS can provide medical or surgical treatment recommendations, suggest relevant clinical guidelines or protocols, and alert health care providers to potential errors or risks. Similar methods may be used to create virtual assistants for individuals with epilepsy to answer questions and provide easy access to information about their condition, treatment options, and other related topics, including driving, causes of premature death (including sudden unexpected death in epilepsy [SUDEP]), and status epilepticus 18,19 . Overall, AI language models have the future potential to significantly improve the care and management of individuals with epilepsy by providing natural conversational interfaces to both patients and physicians, allowing for easy access to structured information.…”