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Kappa Free Light Chains in the 2024 McDonald Criteria: What Neurologists Need to Know
https://practicalneurology.com/programs/practical-neurology/kappa-free-light-chains-in-the-2024-mcdonald-criteria/60979/The revised McDonald diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis now recognize kappa free light chains (KFLC) in cerebrospinal fluid as an alternative to oligoclonal bands, providing a quantitative and automated measure of intrathecal immunoglobulin synthesis.- Movement Disorders Focushttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/movement-disorders/pn0307-movedisorders-pdf/31203/Accurate assessment of movement disorders is crucial for clinicians to quantify their impact on patients’ quality of life and monitor disease progression. Practical Neurology’s recent article delves into various validated rating scales tailored for specific neurological conditions, enhancing objecti
About the Cover Artist: Rock Island by Rodrigo Duran
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/neuromuscular/about-the-cover-artist-irock-islandi-by-rodrigo-duran/32122/Despite challenges associated with congenital muscular dystrophy and epilepsy, Rodrigo is still pursuing his goal of working in the art industry.Teleneuro-ophthalmology
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/teleneuro-ophthalmology/31670/Something can almost always be offered virtually for people with neuro-ophthalmologic conditions.- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN1005epilepsy-pdf/31388/Exploring the Complex Interplay Between Epilepsy and Mood DisordersEpilepsy and depression frequently coexist as comorbid conditions, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. Comorbidity, defined as the simultaneous occurrence of two or more diseases, does not necessarily indicate causalit
- Movement Disorders Focushttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/movement-disorders/pn0607-movementdisorder-pdf/31164/Sydenham’s Chorea in Adolescents: Clinical Presentation and ManagementSydenham’s chorea is a critical movement disorder in adolescents, often emerging as a delayed neurological complication of acute rheumatic fever (ARF) following a Group A streptococcal infection. While clinicians might first consi
- Business Advisorhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/business-advisor/31385/Optimizing Neurology Practice Management: Insights from Parkinson’s LawNeurology practitioners possess extensive knowledge of neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, yet many remain unaware of Parkinson’s Law, a concept introduced by sociologist C. Northcote Parkinson in the 1950s. Parki
Brain Tumor Imaging
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/imaging-testing/brain-tumor-imaging/31602/It is essential to be familiar with advanced MRI—perfusion, diffusion, spectroscopy, and susceptibility—for diagnosis of brain tumors.Pharmacologic Considerations in the Treatment of Older Adults With Epilepsy
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/pharmacologic-considerations-in-the-treatment-of-older-adults-with-epilepsy/32176/Many antiseizure medications are available for treatment of older adults with epilepsy, and choosing the best option requires understanding of their pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties.MS Minute: A Brief History of MS Care
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/ms-minute-a-brief-history-of-ms-care/31957/“The secret of the care of the patient is in caring for the patient.”—Dr. Francis Peabody