Neurology Alert – December 1, 2007
December 1, 2007
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What Works for Bell's Palsy?
Prednisone treatment, with or without an antiviral drug, improves Bell's palsy outcome. -
Lupus and the Nervous System
Lupus can involve the nervous system in many ways and sometimes present with neuropsychiatric symptoms. Clinicians should consider the diagnosis of lupus in patients with unexplained neuropsychiatric symptoms. -
Role of Prophylactic Whole Brain Radiotherapy for Small-Cell Lung Cancer
In this study of patients with extensive small-cell lung cancer, prophylactic brain irradiation decreased the incidence of symptomatic brain metastases and prolonged disease-free survival and overall survival without significant impact on global health status. -
Can ADEM Be Distinguished from MS During an Acute Episode of Fulminant Demyelination of the CNS?
In adults presenting with an acute episode of fulminant demyelination of the central nervous system (CNS), atypical symptoms for multiple sclerosis (MS), gray matter involvement on MRI, and absence of oligoclonal bands in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) can distinguish acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) from MS. -
PET Imaging May Accurately Diagnose Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)
PET imaging with Pittsburgh Compound B is a promising new technique to non-invasively diagnose CAA. -
New Genetic Risk Factors for MS Identified: More Targets for Immune Therapy
Whole genome scans identified two new genetic variations associated with multiple sclerosis (MS) that may provide sites of immune intervention. -
Essential Tremor: Not So Benign?
In a population-based study of the elderly in central Spain, individuals with essential tremor beginning after age 65 had a two-fold increased likelihood of incident dementia when compared with controls without essential tremor. -
Deep Brain Stimulation for Primary Torsion Dystonia
Deep brain stimulation of the internal globus pallidus at 60 Hz is effective treatment for primary dystonia. -
Pharmacology Watch
Updated Immunization Guidelines from the CDC; Do antivirals have a role in the treatment of Bell's palsy? Topiramate is a promising treatment for alcohol dependence; and FDA Actions. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement