Neurology
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Review Meta Analysis
Association of prone position with sudden unexpected death in epilepsy.
To examine the association between prone position and sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP). ⋯ There is a significant association between prone position and SUDEP, which suggests that prone position is a major risk factor for SUDEP, particularly in patients aged 40 years and younger. As such, SUDEP may share mechanisms similar to sudden infant death syndrome.