Neurology Alert – October 1, 2012
October 1, 2012
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Biomarkers and the Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease
Biomarkers in the cerebrospinal fluid open the possibility of diagnosing early or even presymptomatic cases of Alzheimer's disease, thereby expanding the potential window for therapy. -
Recognizing a Rare Disorder: Painful Legs and Moving Toes
This case series of patients with painful legs and moving toes is the largest to date and describes association with female gender, peripheral neuropathy and radiculopathy, cancer, and autoimmune disorders. Neurophysiology suggests an additional central component, supporting recruitment of a spinal cord or brainstem generator. -
Stroke Alert: A Review of Current Clinical Stroke Literature
Thrombolysis for Ischemic Stroke Associated with Cervical Artery Dissection Does Not Improve Overall Outcome; In Patients with Lacunar Strokes, Addition of Clopidogrel to Aspirin Does Not Reduce Risk of Recurrent Stroke; Risk of Restenosis After Carotid Artery Stenting and Carotid Endarterectomy Are Similar -
Neuro-Behçet Disease
Behçet's disease, while rare in North America, should be considered when appropriate, in light of the extensive travel and immigration patterns around the world. -
Erythropoietin for Optic Neuritis: Improvements in Structure, but Will Function Follow?
Intravenous erythropoietin therapy appears to reduce retina nerve fiber layer thinning 16 weeks after onset of optic neuritis, but larger studies needed to detect differences in visual outcome. -
Pharmacology Watch: Statins and Cognition — More to the Story?
Side effects of statins; effects of cannabis use; antihypertensives and lip cancer; and FDA actions. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement