Changes in Attentional Control After a Focal Seizure.
Epilepsy is frequently associated with cognitive and attentional disorders. Several studies have pointed out that there are modifications of brain activity in resting state during peri-ictal period in EEG and functional MRI. However, to date, no study has assessed the changes in attentional control after a seizure. The investigators hypothesize that a localized discharge is associated with a disorganization of the networks engaged in attentional control. In this regard, the investigators propose a prospective longitudinal study assessing the changes in attentional control after a focal seizure.
• Age superior to 18 and under 80
• Focal epilepsy with indication to pre-surgery work-up and 5 days programmed hospitalization dedicated to this work-up
• Normal global cognitive performance (standard progressive Raven matrices score \> 5th percentile)
• Be affiliated to the social security system
• Have signed an informed consent