The repeated weak excitation of brain structures, that progressively increases sensitivity to the same stimulation. Over time, this can lower the threshold required to trigger seizures.

Synonyms: Kindling, Neurologic, Neurologic Kindlings, Neurologic Kindling, Kindlings, Neurologic

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2007; see KINDLING (NEUROLOGY) 1982-2006 ,2007(1982)

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D007696

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