Holger is currently Professor of Small Animal Diseases and the Head of Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, University of Veterinary Medicine Hanover, Visiting Professor of Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery, Royal Veterinary College, London and Affiliate Professor of Veterinary Neurology, University of Copenhagen. He graduated from the University of Veterinary Medicine Hanover in 2001, where he also did his PhD in Neuropharmacology studying basic mechanisms of drug-resistant epilepsy.

SYNOPSIS

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Understand the basic science of Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) and their metabolic function in the body
  • Explore the potential effects of MCTs on brain functions, specifically their roles in seizure control and epilepsy management
  • Examine existing research studies and clinical trials about the use of MCTs in the treatment of epilepsy and understand their implications
  • Address the practical aspects of integrating MCTs into the dietary regimen for epilepsy treatment, including potential challenges and ways to overcome them
  • Discuss future directions and ongoing advancements in the study of MCTs as a promising dietary intervention for epilepsy treatment