1.epilepsy are classified as: generalized epilepsy; focal epilepsy; combined generalized and focal epilepsy

2.the diagnosis includes physical examination and other tests to check the normal functionalities of brain.

common tests and procedures:

CBC(complete blood count);

neurological examination;

electroencephalogram examination;

function MRI(FMRI);

PET(position emission tomography...

3.intractable epilepsy definition: medically intractable epilepsy has been defined as persistent seizure  activity, which despite maximal medical treatment remains sufficiently debilitating to warrant the risks of surgery.