Long-term cognitive effects of comorbid epilepsy on survivors of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhages

Our study suggests that the neuropsychological outcomes in this population are primarily sequelae of the aSAH itself rather than additive cognitive effects of epilepsy. An important strength of this study is the relatively long median follow-up time of 12 years, allowing the evaluation of long-term outcomes after aSAH. However, the study's limitations include a small sample size and a considerable number of patients being lost to follow-up. Future research with larger participant groups is needed to further clarify the intricate cognitive and psychological effects of epilepsy in survivors of aSAH and to develop targeted interventions intended to improve their long-term outcomes.