This report concerns the more commonly recognized epileptic syndromes that have their onset or entire clinical course in childhood and/or adolescence. It hopes to demonstrate the close relationship between the classifications of epileptic syndromes. It will also discuss how knowledge of the epileptic syndromes will enhance the management plan for the patient with epilepsy. (J Child Neurol 1988;3:214-224).
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