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Methodology
Most of the calculators featured here were developed by other researchers, not by us. This website provides an overview of widely used calculators and prognostic models in epilepsy, intended for demonstration purposes and to support researchers. They are not designed to guide clinical decision-making. Below, we explain how we implemented these calculators on our website.
We analyzed scores and models from scientific studies predicting seizure or epilepsy risk. These studies provide cumulative probabilities of being seizure-free or experiencing seizures over time, often displayed in tables or graphs.
When graphical data (e.g., risk curves) were available, we used WebPlotDigitizer, a free online tool, to extract precise values for monthly intervals. This ensured consistent and accurate time-based risk calculations.
Using the Calculated Fields Form plugin with the Chart.js extension in WordPress, we transformed this data into interactive calculator outputs that display seizure risks numerically and graphically. This makes it easier to visualize seizure-free probabilities and other risk metrics over time.
We included the “Chance of a Seizure in the Next Year” (COSY) metric, which estimates the likelihood of experiencing a seizure over the coming 12 months.
Authorities often use COSY to determine driving eligibility. The most frequently used cut-offs are:
By integrating these calculations, our tools aim to provide helpful insights, but are not meant to replace local or international guidelines.
Key publications
These peer-reviewed papers describe the prognostic models and the conditional-risk framework used across the calculators on this site.
Most of the models featured on this website were not developed by us. For detailed information about each model or calculator, please refer to the links to the original publications. This website provides an overview of selected prognostic models for epilepsy for demonstration purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or scientific integrity of these calculators. The implementations may contain errors and could produce unreliable results. The clinical usefulness and robustness of most of these models have not been adequately tested, and they should not be used to guide medical decisions. All liability is excluded.
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