Neurology Alert – July 1, 2014
July 1, 2014
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No Evidence Supporting Coenzyme Q10 Use in Parkinson’s Disease
This large, randomized Phase 3 clinical trial of high-dose coenzyme Q10 failed to show any neuroprotective benefit in early Parkinsons disease. -
The Relationship Between REM Sleep Behavioral Events and Parkinson’s Disease
This large-scale polysomnographic study demonstrated that the prevalence of REM sleep behavioral events in unmedicated patients with newly diagnosed Parkinsons disease is higher than in healthy controls. -
Electrodiagnosis of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome is difficult to accurately diagnosis and requires adherence to rigorous clinical and electrophysiological criteria to avoid errors and unnecessary surgery. -
Copper and AD New Information
Patients with mild cognitive impairment with elevated free serum copper levels may have a higher rate of conversion to Alzheimers disease compared to those with normal free serum copper levels. -
Predictors of Seizures After Trauma
In this large prospective study of trauma patients, the most important factor associated with post-traumatic seizures was the presence of alcohol intoxication. -
Stroke Alert