Focal aware seizure Partial seizure with retained awareness In the previous (1981) ILAE classification of seizure types, the term 'simple partial seizure' was used to denote a focal aware seizure. Awareness during a seizure is defined as the patient being fully aware of themself and their environment throughout the seizure, even if immobile. If awareness is preserved throughout, then the seizure is a focal aware seizure. Previously the terms simple partial was used to describe focal aware seizures. HP:0002349 Focal seizure without impairment of consciousness or awareness Focal aware seizures Simple partial seizure A type of focal-onset seizure in which awareness is preserved. Awareness during a seizure is defined as the patient being fully aware of themself and their environment throughout the seizure, even if immobile. Simple partial seizures SNOMEDCT_US:79348005 Focal seizure without impairment of awareness SNOMEDCT_US:117891000119100 Focal seizures without impairment of consciousness or awareness Partial seizure without impairment of awareness Focal seizure with retained awareness UMLS:C0234974 Focal-onset seizure