Genetic factors in temporal lobe epilepsy.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cognitive impairment is a common and disabling consequence of stroke. Its prevalence, the best way to screen for it in the acute setting, and its relation with premorbid status have not been thoroughly clarified. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke patients admitted to our stroke unit un...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Cova I,Mele F,Zerini F,Maggiore L,Cucumo V,Brambilla M,Rosa S,Bertora P,Salvadori E,Pomati S,Pantoni L

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:For patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), excessive daytime sleepiness (PD-EDS) is a debilitating non-motor symptom and may be affected by mood symptoms, especially depression and anxiety. Few neuroimaging works have attempted to identify the neural features of PD-EDS, but various findings were reported. The purpose...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Wen MC,Chan LL,Tan LCS,Tan EK

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Fatigue and apathy are two of the most common and most disabling non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD). They have a high coincidence and can often be confused; moreover, their relationship is not fully understood. The aim of our study was to describe the coincidence of apathy with different fatigue ...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Skorvanek M,Gdovinova Z,Rosenberger J,Saeedian RG,Nagyova I,Groothoff JW,van Dijk JP

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:An oral dispersible microtablet formulation of levodopa/carbidopa 5/1.25 mg (LC-5) was developed for individualized repeated dosing. The aim was to compare pharmacokinetic profiles of LC-5 and levodopa/carbidopa/entacapone (LCE). MATERIALS AND METHODS:A randomized, crossover study was carried out in 11 heal...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Nyholm D,Ehrnebo M,Lewander T,Trolin CG,Bäckström T,Panagiotidis G,Spira J,Nyström C,Aquilonius SM

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to approach the mechanism of chronic or relapsing course in human chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy, we established a chronic model of experimental allergic neuritis (EAN) in juvenile guinea pigs, and investigated the underlying cellular immune phenomenon in comparison with acute EAN i...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Suzumura A,Sobue G,Sugimura K,Matsuoka Y,Sobue I

更新日期：1985-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Authors addressed the question whether the byosynthesis and the release of specific eicosanoids may occur in human brain cortex, and if the qualitative pattern of arachidonic acid metabolism is similar to that observed in experimental SAH. Human brain samples from 18 patients operated on for anterior communicating art...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Gaetani P,Marzatico F,Rodriguez y Baena R

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A microtechnique was established for the study of the limited numbers of cells available in CSF. The method allowed for the determination of the number of immunoglobulin-secreting cells (IgSC) as well as the quantitation of immunoglobulin or specific antibody secreted into the culture medium. Dose-response curves and ...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Sandberg M,Levinson AI,Zweiman B,Lisak RP

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We reviewed the medical records and CT scans of 138 patients hospitalized for spontaneous supratentorial hemorrhage and conservatively treated. Seventeen clinico-anamnestic variables and five CT desumed findings were collected. Using univariate analysis we found eight significant predictors of 30-day mortality: intrav...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Masè G,Zorzon M,Biasutti E,Tasca G,Vitrani B,Cazzato G

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine the clinical characteristics of autoimmune encephalitis associated with the glutamate decarboxylase 65 (GAD 65) antibody. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Medical records of all patients that diagnosed with GAD 65 antibody-associated encephalitis were retrospectively analyzed. Data regarding demographics an...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Zhu F,Shan W,Lv R,Li Z,Wang Q

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Subcutaneous immunoglobulin (SCIG) is effective treatment of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). Quality of life (QoL) increases following switch from intravenous administration to SCIG, but its correlation with clinical functioning is sparsely studied. AIMS OF THE STUDY:The aim of thi...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Ryltoft AK,Al-Zuhairy A,Sindrup SH,Andersen H,Markvardsen LK

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Further studies pm yjr rofr,op;phu pg ,i;yo;r dv;rtpdod (MS) IN Finland were carried out in three different types of geographical unit: in counties, combined clerical districts, and single clerical district. For longitudinal studies, the prevalence of MS by present domicile was compared to that by place of birth, and ...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Wikström J,Palo J

更新日期：1975-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cerebellar atrophy (CA) is a frequent finding in patients with chronic epilepsy. To find out whether the existence of CA has an influence on the tolerance of high-dose monotherapy with carbamazepine, we compared the lowest individual toxic serum levels in patients with complex focal seizures, with CA (n = 27) and with...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Specht U,Rohde M,May T,Schmidt RC,Meencke HJ,Wolf P

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors tested the effects of 2-Br-ergocriptine (bromocriptine, CB-154), a drug which exerts a mixed agonist-antagonist activity on the dopaminergic receptors, in 12 patients with Huntington Chorea in a double-blind crossover trial. This treatment significantly reduced the abnormal involuntary movements and the di...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Frattola L,Albiazzati MG,Spano PF,Trabucchi M

更新日期：1977-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Our purpose was to identify the incidence and significance of markers of systemic connective tissue abnormalities (CTA) in patients with saccular intracranial aneurysms (SIA). MATERIALS AND METHODS:This prospective case-control study included 199 consecutive patients with SIA (103 women and 96 men, mean age...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Lebedeva ER,Sakovich VP

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease (PD) and stroke (ST) subjects show balance impairments due to damage of the balance control system. The objective of the study was to assess the impact of MS, PD and ST on upright posture in eyes open condition and when visual and/or proprioceptive inputs are alter...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Cattaneo D,Carpinella I,Aprile I,Prosperini L,Montesano A,Jonsdottir J

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Brain perfusion was studied interictally with 99mTc-HM-PAO SPECT in 47 adult patients with partial epilepsy and normal brain CT. Epilepsy was classified as secondarily generalized in 24 patients, as complex partial in 17 patients and as simple partial in 6 patients. In 24 patients good seizure control was not achieved...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Launes J,Iivanainen M,Salmi T,Nikkinen P,Lindroth L,Liewendahl K

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to assess the existence of polyautoimmunity in a Greek cohort of multiple sclerosis (MS), particularly multiple autoimmune syndrome (MAS), i.e., the presence of three or more distinct autoimmune disorders (ADs) in the same individual. METHODS:Cross-sectional control study. RESULTS...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Deretzi G,Kountouras J,Polyzos SA,Koutlas E,Pelidou SH,Xeromerisiou G,Zavos C,Tsiptsios I

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty patients with paralysis agitans took part in a double-blind, cross-over investigation of CB 154 (2-bromo-alpha-ergocryptine) and Madopar (L-Dopa + benserazid (a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor), dose ratio 4:1). Each treatment phase lasted for 8 weeks. Modapar was found to be significantly superior to CB 154...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Gerlach J

更新日期：1976-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this pilot study was to evaluate a psychological therapy program used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) and including cognitive/behavioral strategies, relaxation training and physical exercise. MATERIAL AND METHODS:The participants were 29 patients with MS recruited from an outpatient u...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Tesar N,Baumhackl U,Kopp M,Günther V

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Ischaemic stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. Although the secondary preventive medication should be continued for life, its use commonly declines in time. This may lead to recurrent vascular events. In this study, we investigated if during a long follow-up period discontin...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Rijkmans M,de Jong G,van den Berg JSP

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over last fifty years, intravenous (iv) phenytoin (PHT) loading dose has been the treatment of choice for patients with benzodiazepine-resistant convulsive status epilepticus and several guidelines recommended this treatment regimen with simultaneous iv diazepam. Clinical studies have never shown a better efficacy of ...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Zaccara G,Giorgi FS,Amantini A,Giannasi G,Campostrini R,Giovannelli F,Paganini M,Nazerian P,Tuscany study group on seizures in the emergency department and status epilepticus in adults.

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe a young woman who developed left ventricular failure and pulmonary edema during fulminant onset of multiple sclerosis. One of the numerous plaques was located in the left inferior cerebellar peduncle near the dorsal motor vagal and solitary tract nuclei. Within two days pulmonary edema had cleared, and wit...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Melin J,Usenius JP,Fogelholm R

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of the ophthalmic artery (OA) as a collateral to the cerebral circulation in carotid occlusive disease is somewhat controversial. The aim of this study was to assess the importance of this collateral by comparing the results of transorbital Doppler ultrasonography and regional cerebral blood flow measurements...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Kerty E,Nyberg-Hansen R,Dahl A,Bakke SJ,Russell D,Rootwelt K

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The death rate from Parkinson's disease (PD) were analyzed using Japanese vital statistics for 1950-1992. The age-adjusted PD death rate increased statistically significantly with the years between 1950 and 1992 for both sexes. However, decline in the PD death rate were observed among the population under 65 years old...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Imaizumi Y,Kaneko R

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Evaluate interim long-term tolerability, safety and efficacy of adjunctive perampanel, a novel α-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-5-isoxazolepropionic acid (AMPA)-receptor antagonist, in patients with refractory partial-onset seizures. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Study 207, an open-label extension (OLE) study (ClinicalTr...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Rektor I,Krauss GL,Bar M,Biton V,Klapper JA,Vaiciene-Magistris N,Kuba R,Squillacote D,Gee M,Kumar D

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alzheimer's disease (AD) and vascular dementia (VD) are the two most common causes of dementia. As yet, no definitive biological antemortem marker has been established for differential diagnosis of AD or VD. In this study, proteins of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from AD, VD and control patients were analyzed by two-dime...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Mattila KM,Pirttilä T,Blennow K,Wallin A,Viitanen M,Frey H

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adenylate kinase (AK) was determined in a lumbo-cisternal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) gradient and in CSF from patients with mental deterioration. AK activity was unchanged in the gradient and different from albumin and albumin ratio (alb CSF/albumin serum), a blood-brain barrier marker in the same gradient. No differen...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Ahlberg J,Blomstrand C,Ronquist G,Wikkelsö C

更新日期：1985-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For most major antiepileptic drugs, neuropsychological side effects have been reported. Healthy volunteer studies have found that both carbamazepine and valproate impair aspects of verbal memory. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to assess the effects of carbamazepine and valproate on verbal memory, in a ...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Hessen E,Lossius MI,Gjerstad L

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:For patients with medication refractory medial temporal lobe epilepsy (MTLE), surgery offers the hope of a cure. However, up to 30% of patients with MTLE continue to experience disabling seizures after surgery. The reasons why some patients do not achieve seizure freedom are poorly understood. A promising the...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Breedlove J,Nesland T,Vandergrift WA 3rd,Betting LE,Bonilha L

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Differential diagnosis between vascular parkinsonism (VP) and Parkinson's Disease (PD) is often difficult, due to the overlap in clinical presentation and the lack of specificity at neuroimaging. Aim of the study was to identify a possible reliable marker at SPECT imaging useful to distinguish the two condit...

journal_title：Acta neurologica Scandinavica

authors： Contrafatto D,Mostile G,Nicoletti A,Dibilio V,Raciti L,Lanzafame S,Luca A,Distefano A,Zappia M

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00