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Neuropathies with IgM monoclonal gammopathy may respond to various chemotherapeutic agents, although the long-term effects are unknown.
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Better understanding of the mechanisms of the IRIS may enable prevention or cure of this severe, sometimes fatal complication of HAART.
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A new from of limbic encephalitis is reported, characterized by neuropil antibodies. Patients show an excellent response to immunotherapy or tumor resection.
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report provides evidence of a drug target polymorphism in epilepsy patients predictive of their maintenance dose of AEDs.
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Patients who have had a transient ischemic attack have not only a high short-term chance of ischemic stroke but also a long-term risk of vascular events over 10 years or more.
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High-risk patients benefit from perioperative beta-blockers when undergoing major noncardiac surgery according to new study.
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Greenfield RH. Spilling the beans (coffee and vascular health). Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):108.
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Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. This fact is clear and unequivocal. Yet it could be argued that no other preventive health measure raises as many questions or causes as much confusion for patients and for their doctors. The intent of this article is to cut through the confusion and misinformation surrounding colorectal cancer screening and to give primary care physicians the facts to help their patients make informed decisions and choose the test that’s right for them.
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Schneider C, Lovett E. St. John's wort for the treatment of depression: An update. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):97-103.
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O'Mathuna DP. Guided imagery for treating pain. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):103-106.
