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- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN0606Epilepsy-pdf/31304/Epilepsy patients face a significantly elevated risk of skeletal fractures, estimated to be two to seven times higher than in individuals without epilepsy. This increased vulnerability is attributed to multiple factors, including the direct impact of seizures, fall-related injuries during seizure ep
- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN1105epilepsy-pdf/31375/Managing epilepsy in individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) presents significant challenges for healthcare professionals. Epilepsy prevalence in the general population ranges from 1-3%, but among those with ID, it escalates to between 30-50%. The likelihood of seizures increases with the se
- 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
- Income Survey: Staying Ahead of the Curvehttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/income-survey-staying-ahead-of-the-curve/31454/Financial Trends and Strategies for Neurology Practices: Insights from Practical Neurology May 2005The May 2005 issue of Practical Neurology, under the guidance of Editor-in-Chief Jack Persico, delves into the financial dynamics affecting neurology practices. Despite a rise in neurology billings in
Epilepsy Essentials: Practical Uses of EEG in the Operating Room
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/epilepsy-essentials-practical-uses-of-eeg-in-the-operating-room/37660/Intraoperative EEG monitoring of brain function during surgical procedures acquires real-time electrophysiologic signals and provides immediate feedback to the surgeon.Selection and Interpretation of Biomarker Tests for Alzheimer Disease
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/selection-and-interpretation-of-biomarker-tests-for-alzheimer-disease/36191/Diagnostic tests for Alzheimer disease can help guide clinical management, but results must be interpreted carefully.Progressive Multiple Sclerosis: Functional, Anatomic, and Biologic Tools to Assess Disability Progression and Improve Patient Outcomes
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/progressive-multiple-sclerosis-functional-anatomic-and-biologic-tools-to-assess-disability-progression-and-improve-patient-outcomes/33143/An enhanced ability to quantify multiple sclerosis disease progression is key for timely optimization of treatment and risk mitigation of worsening disability.MS Minute: Cognitive Dysfunction in People Living with Multiple Sclerosis
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/ms-minute-cognitive-dysfunction-in-people-living-with-multiple-sclerosis/32170/Cognitive deficits are common in people with multiple sclerosis and affect multiple domains, including employment, activities of daily living, and relationships.News
https://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/news/30641/- Mild Cognitive Impairment: Where Does it Fit In?https://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/mild-cognitive-impairment-where-does-it-fit-in/31043/Summary:Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) has gained prominence in the neurological landscape, particularly in the digital age where awareness spreads rapidly. MCI represents a crucial intermediary stage between normal age-related cognitive decline and more severe dementias, such as Alzheimer’s diseas