The pursuit of wellness in neurosurgery: Investing in residents' current and future health: Spouses' perspectives.

abstract：:Prescription writing has to be properly addressed with regard to its correctness and appropriateness. Any errors in the procedure have to be eliminated. Electronic prescribing has abolished most of typographical prescription errors but the rationality involved in prescription of drugs is more of a thought process, whi...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Batta A,Singh B

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Hypophysitis occurs predominantly in women, usually during pregnancy or postpartum period. Hypophysitis involving the anterior pituitary often presents with adrenal insufficiency. Design/Methods:We describe a 43-year-old woman who presented with recurrent episodes of alteration of sensorium due to hyponatre...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Baby N,Varghese P,Kunnathuparambil SG,Kuriakose AM

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Traumatic injury to the spine can be a complex diagnostic and therapeutic entity often with devastating consequences. Outside of the isolated vertebral column injury costs; annual costs associated with spinal cord injury (SCI) are estimated to exceed $9.7 billion. Objective:To identify the 100 most-cited ar...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Tariq MB,Wu OC,Agulnick MA,Kasliwal MK

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Delayed carpal tunnel syndrome is rare. We describe the electrophysiological findings in a patient with Colle's fracture, who developed carpal tunnel syndrome 22 years after a wrist injury. ...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Goyal V,Bhatia M,Behari M

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this paper we report an 18 year old woman with an intradural extramedullary tuberculoma mimicking en plaque meningioma located in the thoracic region. The patient was operated via thoracic laminoplasty and tumor was totally resected. On the follow-up examination the magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated the total...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Ozek E,Iplkcioglu AC,Erdal M

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:"Telestroke" is emerging as a potential timesaving, efficient means for evaluating patients experiencing acute ischemic stroke. It provides an opportunity for administration of thrombolytic drugs within the short therapeutic time window associated with AIS. We describe our experiences of the feasibility and safety of ...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Muengtaweepongsa S,Dharmasaroja PA,Maungboon P,Wattanaruangkowit P

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:The natural history of glucose intolerance (GI) in patients with acromegaly undergoing surgical treatment has not been fully understood. This study was aimed to unravel the prevalence and predictors of recovery from GI in these patients in a prospective multivariate model. Materials and Methods:Patients with...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Dutta P,Hajela A,Gupta P,Rai A,Sachdeva N,Mukherjee KK,Pathak A,Dhandapani S

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Accessory nerve schwannoma are extremely rare. The preoperative consideration of this diagnosis will lead to appropriate surgical management with preservation of motor nerve function. In this article we review the literature and report a case treated successfully based on preoperative MRI findings. ...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Agrawal A,Rao KS,Makannavar JH,Shetty L,Raveendra VM

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Treatment of the genetic metabolic myopathies remains generally unsatisfactory with the exception of a select few. Multiple Acyl Co-A Dehydrogenase Deficiency (Glutaric Aciduria type II), in particular, has been shown to respond well to riboflavin supplementation. Recently, studies have also confirmed the effectivenes...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Yee WC

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Middle cerebral artery (MCA) disease is the most common vascular lesion in stroke. Transcranial Doppler (TCD) is a non-invasive bedside screening method for assessing cerebral blood flow. AIM:To investigate the prevalence of MCA stenosis in asymptomatic but high-risk individuals for stroke. MATERIALS AND...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Sada S,Reddy Y,Rao S,Alladi S,Kaul S

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of a boy with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy (JME) who presented with features of non-convulsive status epilepticus (NCSE). This case highlights the fact that NCSE, even though not a common occurrence in JME, should be kept in mind when a patient with previous history of seizures presents with subtle ch...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Chemmanam T,Pandian JD,Singh YP,Pandhi M

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background and Aims:DNA methylation and demethylation play a crucial role in the regulation of gene expression, though their interplay during pathogenesis of hippocampal scelerosis (HS) remains elusive. The present study was designed to investigate the DNA methylation regulated changes in expression of HS patients. Me...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Dixit AB,Srivastava A,Sharma D,Tripathi M,Paul D,Lalwani S,Doddamani R,Sharma MC,Banerjee J,Chandra PS

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Early restoration of flow to perfuse salvageable brain tissue has been shown to significantly reduce the morbidity and mortality of ischemic stroke. Several mechanical devices have shown promising results in patients with large vessel occlusive stroke. Solitaire revascularization device (ev3, Inc., Irvine, California)...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Huded V,Rajesh KN,Netravathi S,Iyer R

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:To investigate the application value of using dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (DCE-MRI) with extended Tofts linear model for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) and its correlation with expanded disability status scale (EDSS) scores and disease duration. Materials and Methods:T...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Yin P,Xiong H,Liu Y,Sah SK,Zeng C,Wang J,Li Y,Hong N

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:To translate and test the reliability and validity of the Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life Questionnaire (MSQoL-54) in Iranian MS patients. SETTING AND DESIGN:Using a standard "forward-backward" translation, cognitive debriefing and cultural adaptation procedure, the English version of the MSQoL-...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Ghaem H,Borhani Haghighi A,Jafari P,Nikseresht AR

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of heritable connective tissue disorders characterised by hyperelasticity of the skin and hypermobile joints. In addition to those features it is often associated with many systemic complications. Though many neurological complications have been described, an association of spin...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Sadique SS,Ramasubramanian D

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intraosseous cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cysts, also known as intra-diploic arachnoid cysts, are usually of post-traumatic origin. Lesions presenting without a history of trauma are rare and are presumed to be of congenital origin. We report a young man with an intraosseous cystic lesion containing CSF and communicating...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Thomas TA,Rout D

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:No Indian studies have focused on the clinical aspects of tremor. AIMS:To study the distribution of various etiological types of tremor disorders at a Movement Disorders clinic of a large, tertiary care hospital in India and to study the clinical characteristics of essential tremor [ET]. SETTING AND DESIGN...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Shukla G,Behari M

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) is a form of neuromodulation for patients with drug-refractory epilepsy (DRE), in whom extensive preoperative evaluation fails to localize the epileptogenic zone. VNS is often compared to Corpus callosotomy (CC) in terms of both indications and efficacy. However, VNS represents ...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Chandra PS,Samala R,Agrawal M,Doddamani RS,Ramanujam B,Tripathi M

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Due to the paucity of quick, cognitive screening tools available in India that are independent of cultural and educational influences, a 6-item paper and pencil test, covering areas of memory, executive functioning, attention, and visuospatial ability domains - the Neuropsychological Evaluation Screening Too...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Chopra S,Kaur H,Pandey RM,Nehra A

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prior to implantation, spinal implants are subjected to rigorous testing to ensure safety and efficacy. A full battery of tests for the devices may include many steps ranging from biocompatibility tests to in vivo animal studies. This paper describes some of the essential tests from a mechanical engineering perspectiv...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Goel VK,Ebraheim NA,Biyani A,Rengachary S,Faizan A

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the U.S., there has recently been increased scrutiny on the appropriateness of surgeons performing overlapping cases and the potential for adverse consequences. This article describes the current literature on overlapping surgery and the ethics that guide behavior by performing a review of the PUBMED literature on ...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Scarrow AM

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stroke is a common but under recognized complication of neurocysticercosis (NCC). We report six patients having NCC who presented with stroke. All patients were young with no vascular risk factors. The arteritis which resulted in ischaemic infarct in these patients was related to the presence and severity of arachnoid...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Jha S,Kumar V

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Opinion is still divided over a standard surgical procedure to decompress lumbar canal stenosis. Both, laminectomy with or without facetectomy and foraminotomy and interlaminar fenestration have been advocated. In the present communication interlaminar decompression in lumbar canal stenosis has been discussed. Sixteen...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Patond KR,Kakodia SC

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Epilepsy surgery currently offers the best treatment for patients with drug-refractory epilepsy (DRE). Resective surgery, in the presence of a well-localized epileptogenic focus, remains the best modality towards achieving seizure freedom. However, localization of the focus may not be possible in all the cases of DRE,...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Doddamani RS,Agrawal M,Samala R,Ramanujam B,Chandra PS,Tripathi M

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Anatomy of the temporal region is complex with controversy over the relationship of fascial planes with the upper division of the facial nerve. Objective:This study aimed to identify the safe surgical landmarks to preserve the frontotemporal branch of the facial nerve during surgery and define the safest ap...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Sihag RK,Gupta SK,Sahni D,Aggarwal A

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tuberculosis is endemic in developing countries. However, calvarial tuberculosis is rare, even in areas where tuberculosis is endemic. In the literature, only few case series of calvarial tuberculosis have been reported. AIM:To report a case series of 11 patients with calvarial tuberculosis, and discuss the...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Diyora B,Kumar R,Modgi R,Sharma A

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary intraventricular haemorrhage secondary to thrombolytic therapy has not been reported. A 55 years male who received i.v. streptokinase (STK) followed by heparinization for an acute myocardial infraction developed an extensive primary intraventricular haemorrhage from which he made an uneventful recovery over th...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Borgohain R,Radhakrishna H,Bordoloi A,Singh AK,Mohandas S

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traumatic intracranial aneurysms constitute less than 1% of all intracranial aneurysms. A case of traumatic distal anterior cerebral artery aneurysm in 18 months old child, treated successfully by microsurgical excision of aneurysm is being reported, along with review of the literature. ...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Raju BS,Purohit AK,Murthy SR,Sundaram C,Sanjay T

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long-term observations over a period of 22 years in an Indian family with primary dysferlinopathy are recorded, defining phenotypic variability. In the propositus, the dystrophy began distally in the tibialis anterior muscles, before involving the gastrocnemius. Transient painful calf hypertrophy, followed by calf was...

journal_title：Neurology India

authors： Khadilkar SV,Singh RK,Agarwal P,Krahn M,Levy N

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00