First epilepsy device implanted in boy’s skull makes medical history

In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a 13-year-old boy named Oran Knowlson has become the first patient in the world to trial a new device fitted in his skull to control seizures caused by severe epilepsy. The neurostimulator, which sends electrical signals deep into the brain, has dramatically reduced Oran’s daytime seizures by 80%.

The surgery, which took place at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London when Oran was just 12, is part of a trial to explore the effectiveness of this new technology in managing epilepsy. The device emits a constant pulse of current with the aim of blocking or disrupting the abnormal signals that trigger seizures in the brain.

This innovative procedure offers hope to those suffering from debilitating epilepsy, providing a potential solution to managing their condition and improving their quality of life. The groundbreaking success of Oran’s surgery marks a significant step forward in the field of medical science and brings renewed optimism to patients worldwide living with epilepsy.