MESS (first-seizure recurrence risk)
MESS (first-seizure recurrence risk) - a deterministic tool in Sophie Well's Clinical Scoring & Risk group.
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What this is
MESS (first-seizure recurrence risk) is one of 230 deterministic tools in Sophie Well's Clinical Scoring & Risk group. MESS (first-seizure recurrence risk) - a deterministic tool in Sophie Well's Clinical Scoring & Risk group.
When to use it
Use this tool when you need a quick, citable reference. Every calculation runs entirely in your browser - no inputs leave your device, no account is required, no AI is involved. The site enforces a strict Content Security Policy and ships no analytics or third-party CDN.
References
Kim LG, Johnson TL, Marson AG, Chadwick DW; MRC MESS Study Group. Prediction of risk of seizure recurrence after a single seizure and early epilepsy. Lancet Neurol. 2006;5(4):317-322. Read the source ↗
Worked example: MESS high risk (score 2/4): more than 50% recurrence within 3-5 years even with immediate treatment, and about 65% at 5 years if treatment is deferred.
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