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- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN1205epilepsy-pdf/31363/Driving and Epilepsy: Balancing Safety and Autonomy in Clinical PracticeDriving is often viewed as an essential aspect of daily life, particularly in regions of the United States where public transportation is limited. For individuals with epilepsy, the ability to drive can be significantly impacted
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN1005DementiaInsights-pdf/31386/Medicare’s Limited Approval of PET Scans in Dementia: Implications for Clinical PracticeIn September 2004, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved the use of positron emission tomography (PET) scans for dementia diagnosis, specifically to differentiate Alzheimer’s disease (AD)
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/pn0905-dementiainsights-pdf/31397/Navigating Evidence-Based Medicine and Alternative Treatments in Dementia CareIn the evolving landscape of neurology, the transition from a paternalistic approach to evidence-based medicine (EBM) has significantly reshaped dementia care. Dr. David S. Geldmacher highlights the complexities that EBM i
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN0805DementiaInsights-pdf/31414/Statins and Alzheimer's Disease: Evaluating the Potential for PreventionRecent discussions in clinical neurology have revisited the intriguing possibility that statin-type HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, widely prescribed for hyperlipidemia, may play a role in preventing or treating Alzheimer’s Diseas
- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/imaging-testing/PN0605ExpertOpinion-pdf/31440/Unilateral Paresthesias Due to Hyperventilation Syndrome: A Clinical InsightIn the article "Unilateral Paresthesias Due to Hyperventilation Syndrome," Dr. Randolph W. Evans presents a comprehensive analysis of a 53-year-old male patient exhibiting dizziness and tingling in the left ankle, initially
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/stroke/PN0505Vascular-pdf/31460/Intracranial stenosis, responsible for 10-15% of all strokes and more prevalent among non-Caucasian populations such as Asians and African Americans, remains a critical yet under-researched area in vascular neurology. Historically, the medical management of intracranial stenosis lacked robust prospe
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/stroke/0305VasClinicforWeb-pdf/31476/Recent developments in antiplatelet therapy for ischemic stroke patients have prompted a reevaluation of clopidogrel (Plavix) usage, particularly in those with aspirin intolerance. The Management of Atherothrombosis with Clopidogrel in High-risk Patients (MATCH) trial previously indicated that combi
- Which Poses More Risk During Pregnancy: Seizure or AEDs?https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN0305FeaPregnancy-pdf/31483/Managing Epilepsy During Pregnancy: Balancing Maternal and Fetal HealthEpilepsy affects approximately 1.1 million women of childbearing age in the United States, with three to five births per thousand involving women with this condition. As epilepsy requires long-term antiepileptic drug (AED) therap
- MS Diagnosis: Sizing Up the Suspectshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/pn0205pg52-56-pdf/31493/Diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS) remains one of the most challenging tasks in neurology due to its diverse clinical presentations and numerous mimicking conditions. In Jeffrey I. Greenstein’s February 2005 article in *Practical Neurology*, the complexities of differentiating MS from other neurolog
- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/pn0205pg59-60-pdf/31494/Optimizing Antiseizure Medication Selection in Epilepsy ManagementThe terminology surrounding epilepsy treatment is evolving, with increasing advocacy for the term “anti-seizure drugs” (ASDs) over the traditional “antiepileptic drugs” (AEDs). This shift emphasizes the role of these medications in su