Investigating silent strokes in hypertensives: a magnetic resonance imaging study (ISSYS): rationale and protocol design.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic headache (headache ≥ 15 days/month for at least 3 months) affects 2-5% of the general population. Medication overuse contributes to the problem. Medication-overuse headache (MOH) can be identified by using the Severity of Dependence Scale (SDS). A "brief intervention" scheme (BI) has previously been ...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Kristoffersen ES,Straand J,Benth JS,Russell MB,Lundqvist C

更新日期：2012-08-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypertrophic pachymeningitis (HP) is a rare disorder that involves localized or diffuse thickening of the dura mater. HP is associated with various inflammatory, infectious, and malignant diseases, such as rheumatic arthritis, sarcoidosis, anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis, IgG4-rela...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Amano E,Uchida K,Ishihara T,Otsu S,Machida A,Eishi Y

更新日期：2020-01-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Periodic alternating ping-pong gaze (PPG) is a rare disease with few reports. To our knowledge, there was no report on anti GQ1b antibody syndrome accompanied by PPG. This paper reported a case of anti GQ1b antibody syndrome with Bickerstaff's Encephalitis (BBE) overlapping classic Guillain-Barre Syndrome (G...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Han J,Xie Y,Yan H,Cao Y,HongmeiWang,Cao D

更新日期：2019-02-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Muscular weakness in myasthenia gravis (MG) is commonly assessed using Quantitative Myasthenia Gravis Score (QMG). More objective and quantitative measures may complement the use of clinical scales and might detect subclinical affection of muscles. We hypothesized that muscular weakness in patients with MG c...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Hoffmann S,Siedler J,Brandt AU,Piper SK,Kohler S,Sass C,Paul F,Reilmann R,Meisel A

更新日期：2015-12-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke survivors encounter emotional problems in the chronic phase after stroke. Post-stroke depressive symptoms have major impact on health-related quality of life (HRQol) and lead to increased hospitalization and therefore substantial healthcare costs. We present a cost-effectiveness and cost-utility evalu...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： van Eeden M,Kootker JA,Evers SM,van Heugten CM,Geurts AC,van Mastrigt GA

更新日期：2015-12-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Parkinson's disease, the second most common neurodegenerative disease, is diagnostically defined by motor impairments, but also includes often under-recognized impairments in cognition, mood, sleep, and the autonomic nervous system. These problems can severely affect individuals' quality of life. In our prio...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Connor K,Cheng E,Siebens HC,Lee ML,Mittman BS,Ganz DA,Vickrey B

更新日期：2015-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a painful and difficult to treat complication of acute herpes zoster. Current treatment options provide only partial relief and are often limited by poor tolerability. We evaluated the safety and efficacy of a single 60-minute application of NGX-4010, an 8% capsaicin patch, in...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Webster LR,Tark M,Rauck R,Tobias JK,Vanhove GF

更新日期：2010-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：:In clinical neurology, a comprehensive understanding of consciousness has been regarded as an abstract concept--best left to philosophers. However, times are changing and the need to clinically assess consciousness is increasingly becoming a real-world, practical challenge. Current methods for evaluating altered level...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Gawryluk JR,D'Arcy RC,Connolly JF,Weaver DF

更新日期：2010-01-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:High adherence to a Mediterranean Diet is associated with reduced incidence and mortality of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) but may also be associated with severity. Our purpose was to investigate the association of adherence to a Mediterranean diet and severity in a prospective hospital register of AIS patient...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Lavados PM,Mazzon E,Rojo A,Brunser AM,Olavarría VV

更新日期：2020-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fatigue is a common complaint in multiple sclerosis (MS) and often interferes with daily functioning. Both clinicians and researchers may need to detect high levels of fatigue impact using a time and effort efficient tool. This study evaluates the psychometric properties of a rapid screening instrument for f...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Kos D,Nagels G,D'Hooghe MB,Duportail M,Kerckhofs E

更新日期：2006-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Balanced Steady State Free Precession (b-SSFP) sequences and the newly developed Fast-Spin-Echo (FSE)-sequences enable an optimized visualization of neurovascular compression (NVC) in patients with trigeminal neuralgia (TN). Arterial conflicts are mostly associated with a favorable outcome of microvascular d...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Müller S,Khadhraoui E,Khanafer A,Psychogios M,Rohde V,Tanrikulu L

更新日期：2020-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In adults, the anastomosis between carotid and vertebrobasilar arteries is usually the posterior communicating artery, sometimes the primitive trigeminal artery. In this case, the basilar artery fed the internal carotid artery through the pontine-to-tentorial artery anastomosis after severe stenosis from tra...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Liu X,Li B,Liu Y,Wu H,Zhang H,Dou L,Liu C

更新日期：2020-03-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the most commonly prescribed antidepressants for the treatment of depression in patients with Parkinson's Disease (PD) but data on their efficacy are controversial. METHODS:We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials ...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Skapinakis P,Bakola E,Salanti G,Lewis G,Kyritsis AP,Mavreas V

更新日期：2010-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS) is caused by a reactivation of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infection, and it is characterized by the symptoms of facial paralysis, otalgia, auricular rash, and/or an oral lesion. Elderly patients or immunocompromised patients, deep pain at the initial visit and no prompt treatment...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Liao YM,Lu HF,Xie P,Zhao Y,Han Q,Zhang QX,Zuo XH,Si YN,Bao HG

更新日期：2021-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Migraine and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have been found to be associated in child and adolescent cohorts; however, the association has not been assessed in adults or otherwise healthy population. Assessing the comorbidity between ADHD and migraine may clarify the etiopathology of bot...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Hansen TF,Hoeffding LK,Kogelman L,Haspang TM,Ullum H,Sørensen E,Erikstrup C,Pedersen OB,Nielsen KR,Hjalgrim H,Paarup HM,Werge T,Burgdorf K

更新日期：2018-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Different apoptosis pathways activate caspase-3. In a study involving 27 patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI), higher caspase-3 levels were found in contusion brain tissue resected from non-survivors than from survivors. The objective of this study was to determine whether there is an association in TB...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Lorente L,Martín MM,Argueso M,Ramos L,Solé-Violán J,Riaño-Ruiz M,Jiménez A,Borreguero-León JM

更新日期：2015-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The time from injury to surgery (TIS) is critical in the functional recovery of individuals with traumatic acute subdural hematoma (TASDH). However, only few studies have confirmed such notion. METHODS:The data of TASDH patients who were surgically treated in Chia-Yi Christian Hospital between January 2008 ...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Chen SH,Sun JM,Fang WK

更新日期：2020-06-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Stroke burden is increasing in many populations where health institutions may experience more patients. We wanted to examine whether incidence rates and absolute number of hospitalized stroke patients remained stable in Denmark during a 13 years period where exposure to major stroke risk factors decrease...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Demant MN,Andersson C,Ahlehoff O,Charlot M,Olesen JB,Gjesing A,Hansen PR,Gislason GH,Truelsen T,Torp-Pedersen C

更新日期：2013-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：:The term paraproteinemic neuropathy describes a heterogeneous set of neuropathies characterized by the presence of homogeneous immunoglobulin in the serum. An abnormal clonal proliferation of B-lymphocytes or plasma cells, which may or may not occur in the context of a hematologic malignancy, produces the immunoglobul...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Rison RA,Beydoun SR

更新日期：2016-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Susac syndrome (SuS) is a rare condition characterized by a clinical triad of sensorineural hearing loss, branch artery occlusion and encephalopathy. This study reports an increased incidence of SuS in Israel. We describe the clinical characteristics of these patients, diagnostic procedures and the use and s...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Wilf-Yarkoni A,Elkayam O,Aizenstein O,Oron Y,Furer V,Zur D,Goldstein M,Barequet D,Hallevi H,Karni A,Habot-Wilner Z,Regev K

更新日期：2020-09-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Late-onset multiple acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MADD) is an autosomal recessive inherited disease of metabolic dysfunction clinically characterized by fluctuating proximal muscle weakness, excise intolerance, and dramatic riboflavin responsiveness. Dropped head syndrome can occasionally be observed in...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Peng Y,Zhu M,Zheng J,Zhu Y,Li X,Wei C,Hong D

更新日期：2015-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence indicates that the continuation of therapy among community-dwelling stroke survivors improves physical function. Community rehabilitation programmes often face limitations in terms of resources. It is imperative to include new motivational interventions to encourage some level of non-clinician manag...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Singh DK,Mohd Nordin NA,Abd Aziz NA,Lim BK,Soh LC

更新日期：2013-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUNDS:Glioma is the most fatal primary brain glioma in central nervous system mainly attributed to its high invasion. Prucalopride, a Serotonin-4 (5-HT4) receptor agonist, has been reported to regulate neurodevelopment. This study aimed to investigate the influence of the Prucalopride on glioma cells and unveil u...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Qiao H,Wang YB,Gao YM,Bi LL

更新日期：2018-06-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the precise etiology of multiple sclerosis is largely unknown, there is some speculation that a prior history of surgery may be associated with the subsequent risk for developing the disease. Therefore, we aimed to examine surgery as a risk factor for the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. METHODS:We...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Lunny C,Knopp-Sihota JA,Fraser SN

更新日期：2013-05-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many Polio survivors have reduced mobility, pain and fatigue, which make access to conventional forms of aerobic exercise difficult. Inactivity leads to increased risk of health problems, many of which are prevalent among Polio survivors. Aerobic exercise programmes in Polio survivors should utilise stable m...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Murray D,Meldrum D,Moloney R,Campion A,Horgan F,Hardiman O

更新日期：2012-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke represents one of the most costly and long-term disabling conditions in adulthood worldwide and there is a need to determine the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs in the late phase after stroke. Limited scientific support exists for training incorporating rhythm and music as well as therapeutic...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Bunketorp Käll L,Lundgren-Nilsson Å,Blomstrand C,Pekna M,Pekny M,Nilsson M

更新日期：2012-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The COVID-19 pandemic, which broke out in Wuhan in 2019, has become the global health crisis of our time. Elderly patients with certain fundamental diseases are more likely to develop severe cases. The secondary lesion following viral infection have only rarely been reported. CASE PRESENTATION:We here repor...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Fu B,Chen Y,Li P

更新日期：2021-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Observational Skills Assessment Score (OSAS) measures amount and quality of use of the affected hand in children with unilateral Cerebral Palsy (CP) in bimanual activities and could therefore be a valuable addition to existing assessment tools. The OSAS consists of tasks that are age appropriate and requ...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Speth L,Janssen-Potten Y,Leffers P,Rameckers E,Defesche A,Geers R,Smeets R,Vles H

更新日期：2013-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mechanical thrombectomy was approved by NICE as a treatment for stroke in 2016. However, most of the evidence is from studies conducted during working hours. Only few centres in the UK perform thrombectomies out-of-hours. The Royal Stoke University Hospital (RSUH) has offered thrombectomies over 24 h (24/7) ...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Weddell J,Parr E,Knight S,Muddegowda G,Natarajan I,Chembala J,Ferdinand P,Ahmad N,Pencz Z,Rana S,Warusevitane A,Jadun C,Nayak S,Hashim Z,Augustine A,Sim J,Roffe C

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epigenetics underlying refractory epilepsy is poorly understood. DNA methylation may affect gene expression in epilepsy patients without affecting DNA sequences. Herein, we investigated the association between Carbamazepine-resistant (CBZ-resistant) epilepsy and EPHX1 methylation in a northern Han Chinese po...

journal_title：BMC neurology

authors： Lv Y,Zheng X,Shi M,Wang Z,Cui L

更新日期：2019-06-04 00:00:00