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Clinical Neurology
Jes Olesen
Summary: This article reviews the organization of neurology at the European level, highlighting the involvement of all European national neurological societies and the World Federation of Neurology in the formation of the European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS). The EFNS successfully developed organizational structures, scientific committees, educational courses, and held successful congresses, ultimately leading to the creation of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN).
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
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Clinical Neurology
Egle Sakalauskaite-Juodeikiene
Summary: This study analyzed historical sources to uncover the aggressive treatment methods used for nervous system diseases in the late 19th century. It explored the scientific theories behind these methods and suggested that some modern aggressive treatments may also be seen as examples of heroic medicine.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
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Dirk Dressler, Eckart Altenmueller, Ralf Giess, Joachim K. Krauss, Fereshte Adib Saberi
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of dystonia and evaluate its importance for patients, therapy, and the healthcare system. The results showed that the prevalence of dystonia is higher than previously believed and varies among different types of dystonia.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2022)
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Shoujiang You, Qiao Han, Xiaofeng Dong, Chongke Zhong, Huaping Du, Yaming Sun, Yongjun Cao, Chunfeng Liu
Summary: This study investigated the association between INR and PT levels and in-hospital outcomes in AIS patients. The findings revealed that high INR at admission was independently associated with death or major disability, death, and major disability on hospital discharge. Increased PT levels were also associated with death on hospital discharge.
POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
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Clinical Neurology
Babak Daneshfard, Makan Sadr, Ali Abdolahinia, Hassan Azari, Mohsen Naseri, Maryam Iranzadasl, Aliakbar Velayati
Summary: The history of anatomy is deeply intertwined with the history of medicine itself. Iranian scholars, despite religious limitations, have played a significant role in the development of anatomical sciences. Mansur ibn Ilyas Shirazi, an Iranian physician from the fourteenth century, was a pioneer in neuroanatomy, writing the first color illustrated anatomical book.
NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
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Education, Scientific Disciplines
Gentian Vyshka, Tedi Mana
Summary: Professor Bajram Preza was a career neurologist and prolific author who made significant contributions to medical education in Albania.
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Montserrat Santamaria-Vazquez, Valeriana Guijo-Blanco, Alicia Puente-Martinez, Silvia Ubillos-Landa
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of ASKc and ASKp questionnaires. The results show that both ASKc and ASKp versions are reliable and valid instruments for assessing the capabilities of Spanish-speaking children and their impact on daily activities.
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Carly R. Luke, Katherine Benfer, Leeann Mick-Ramsamy, Robert S. Ware, Natasha Reid, Arend F. Bos, Margot Bosanquet, Roslyn N. Boyd
Summary: Neurodevelopmental disorders have a significant impact on infants' cognitive and physical development. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of early screening programs implemented in Queensland, Australia in identifying at-risk Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants and to determine the accuracy and feasibility of early detection tools.
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Katherine Benfer, Roslyn N. Boyd, Yvette Roe, Ruth Fagan, Carly Luke, Leeann Mick-Ramsamy, Koa Whittingham, Iona Novak, Margot Bosanquet, Lynda McNamara, Gulam Khandaker, Lucy Fogarty, Yvonne Cadet-James, Alan Ruben, Tracy Comans, Anthony Smith, Robert S. Ware
Summary: This study aims to evaluate a culturally-adapted parent-delivered early intervention programme for First Nations Australian infants at high risk of cerebral palsy (CP). The study will conduct a randomised assessor masked controlled trial, recruiting infants with birth/postnatal risk factors. The findings will be disseminated through peer-reviewed journal publications and national/international conference presentations.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Lesley R. Katchburian, Kate Oulton, Eleanor Main, Christopher Morris, Lucinda J. Carr
Summary: This study aims to evaluate clinical and patient reported outcomes in ambulant children and young people with cerebral palsy receiving lower limb BoNT-A injections over a 12-month period, exploring the relationship between treatment outcomes and health-related quality of life.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Emmanuel Segnon Sogbossi, Solange Sotindjo Adon, Leontine Adjagodo, Solange Dossou, Hyppolite Dake, Daniela Ebner-Karestinos, Rodrigo Araneda, Geoffroy Saussez, Julie Paradis, Toussaint G. Kpadonou, Yannick Bleyenheuft
Summary: This study aims to investigate the efficacy of HABIT-ILE therapy in young children with bilateral CP in Benin Republic. Forty children aged between 24 and 59 months with level III-IV in gross motor function classification will be randomized to receive either high intensity conventional therapy or HABIT-ILE therapy for 50 hours over 2 weeks. Primary outcomes include gross motor function measure and both hands assessment, while secondary outcomes include adapted version of ACTIVLIM-CP questionnaire, Canadian Occupational Performance Measure, and perception of CP interview form.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Caroline Kamp Jorgensen, Rikke Hermann, Sophie Juul, Pascal Faltermeier, Mark Horowitz, Joanna Moncrieff, Christian Gluud, Janus Christian Jakobsen
Summary: This study is a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of melatonin for sleep disorders in children with neurodevelopmental disorders. The study aims to evaluate the effects of melatonin on total sleep time and adverse effects. Random-effects and fixed-effect meta-analyses will be used for data analysis. The certainty of evidence will be assessed using the GRADE approach.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Rachel Rapson, Jonathan Marsden, Jos Latour, Wendy Ingram, Kara Nicola Stevens, Laura Cocking, Bernie Carter
Summary: This study aims to assess the effectiveness of a 10-week physiotherapy intervention using an interactive trainer in improving walking and balance in children with cerebral palsy. It is a multicentre randomised controlled feasibility trial with an embedded qualitative study. The study will recruit 40 children and explore the mediolateral motion of the centre of mass estimate and Paediatric Balance Scale as potential outcome measures.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Yue Lu, Yuan Xia, Yue Wu, Xinyong Pan, Zhenyu Wang, Yongjie Li
Summary: This study aims to compare the effects of different repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) modalities on upper limb motor function and daily activities in patients with stroke. The study will collect relevant randomized controlled trials and evaluate the outcomes using assessment scales and indices. The results of this study will contribute to understanding the effectiveness and safety of rTMS in stroke treatment.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Gege Wang, Luyao Qiao, Zhenyu Tang, Siqi Zhou, Jun Min, Min Li
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the association between bilirubin levels and stroke risk. The study found that elevated bilirubin levels were associated with a decreased risk of stroke among adults.