Temporal lobe epilepsy is the most common form of epilepsy, accounting for about 60-70 percent of cases. Located on either side of the brain above the ears, the temporal lobes are involved in short-term memory and sensations.
When medications fail to control a patient’s seizures, a temporal lobectomy – also called a temporal resection – may be the next step. During this type of procedure, a portion of the temporal lobe of the brain is removed. This is the most common type of epilepsy surgery and has a high rate of success. About 70 – 80 percent of patients will see significant improvement in their seizures.