Post-Stroke Seizure in Benghazi |
Author : Rabha Elsahli and Mohammed FG Elshukri |
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Abstract :Introduction: Stroke is the most common cause of seizures in the elderly, and seizures are among the most common neurologic
sequelae of stroke. About 10% of all stroke patients experience seizures, from stroke onset until several years later.
Aim: To evaluate the frequency and predictive factors of early and late seizures after stroke. |
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Sturge-Weber Syndrome: Presentation of a Clinical Case through a Literature Review |
Author : Maikel Germán Correa Sánchez and Yesenia Aguilar Maceo |
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Abstract :Sturge-Weber syndrome (SSW) is a congenital and sporadic neurocutaneous disorder of a non-hereditary nature, although
some familial cases have been described, it has currently been associated with a somatic activating mutation in the GNAQ gene
(Protein GQ subunit Alpha G) on chromosome 9q21 |
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Synergy in Stroke Care-The need for Multidisciplinary Team Approach in Stroke |
Author : Shashank Mishra |
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Abstract :Stroke, a complex and time-sensitive medical emergency, de-
mands a holistic strategy that goes beyond the traditional bound-
aries of neurology. As Atul Gawande, a prominent voice in medi-
cine, states, "The fundamental problem with the system is that it
assumes that health care is a solo and not a team sport. |
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Craniovertebral Junction and Cervical Spine Injuries Associated with some YOGA Asanas: Two Case Reports and Literature Review |
Author : Gian Chand, Nityanand Pandey, Kulwant Singh, Anurag Sahu and Vipin Kumar Chand |
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Abstract :Objective: The main purpose of our case reports and literature review is to make individuals aware about possible catastrophic
events which may be associated with some particular Yoga asanas, which result too much straining on craniovertebral junction
and cervical spine, particularly in individuals with congenital anomalies of craniovertebral junction and cervical spine as well as
osteoporotic and degenerative weakness of this region. |
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Extension of the Indication for Mechanical Thrombectomy |
Author : Surasak Komonchan and Yodkhwan Wattanasen |
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Abstract :Stroke is currently the main cause of morbidity and mortality in neurological diseases. Treatment in the acute stage is important
and the turning point to reduce the severity of the stroke or even return the patient to a normal state. Since 2015, mechanical thrombectomy has become the standard treatment, Like the thrombolysis guidelines that have been updated to treat acute ischemic stroke patients in even more conditions, mechanical thrombectomy would likely follow the same pathway from real clinical cases around the world. |
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Challenges of Antiviral Therapy on Clinical Outcomes and 30-Day Survival Benefits in Hospitalized Multiple Sclerosis Patients with COVID-19 |
Author : Zhila Maghbooli, Amir Kasaeian, Mohammad Reza Fattahi, Tarlan Varzandi, Sara Hamtaeigashi, Sara Mohammadnabi and Mohammad Ali Sahraian |
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Abstract :Background: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety concerns of remdesivir and type 1 interferons (INFs) on the clinical
outcomes of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients who were hospitalized with COVID-19. |
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The Impact of Social Vulnerability in the Elderly Cognition |
Author : Luciana Vita, María Milagros Pérez Parra, Josefina Castillo, María Roca and Diana Bruno |
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Abstract :Introduction: Demographic factors like age, sex and educational level are the main variables known to have an impact on cognition.
In order to accurately detect cognitive deficits these factors are usually controlled in neuropsychological testing through the use
of pertinent normative data. Besides educational level, social vulnerability implies other variables that have also been shown to
have an impact on cognitive decline during ageing such as socioeconomic status. |
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A Rare Neuropsychiatric Manifestation in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus- A Case Report |
Author : Harshitha V Handral and Madhusudhan Shivappa |
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Abstract :A 17-year-old female who was recently diagnosed with SLE and taking medication for the same had developed symptoms of
depression and nihilistic delusion post-initiation of treatment and hence steroids were discontinued after consultation with a local
doctor. She was brought to psychiatry emergency in catatonia after a duration of 2 weeks of stopping steroids. On examination patient had immobility, staring look, posturing, rigidity, negativism. With Routine investigations, organic causes of catatonia were ruled out. Cyclophosphamide, prednisolone, lorazepam along with low dose antipsychotic, antidepressant were started and significant improvement in patient was noted. Catatonia was completely resolved |
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Technical Nuances in Surgery for Recurrent Trigeminal Neuralgia |
Author : Keisuke Onoda, Tomoyuki Naito, Takahiro Kumono, Tomihiro Wakamiya, Yuhei Michiwaki, Tatsuya Tanaka, Takashi Agari, Takashi Sugawara, Kazuaki Shimoji, Eiichi Suehiro, Fumitaka Yamane, Hiroshi Itokawa and Akira Matsuno |
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Abstract :Background: Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is caused by the compression of blood vessels against the trigeminal nerve. Microvascular
decompression (MVD), in which blood vessels are moved to decompress the trigeminal nerve as a fundamental treatment, is the gold standard performed worldwide. In this study, we report our findings of reoperation and review the precautions for reoperation and procedures to prevent recurrence during the initial surgery. |
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