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Minimally Invasive Approach for Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
Minimally invasive surgical correction of adult degenerative scoliosis presents specific technical challenges and limitations. In this review, the authors present their preferred approach.
Epilepsy Health Center News and Features
Find special feature stories and news on Epilepsy Health at WebMD
Moms of Autistic Kids Cope Well
The shock of a mother finding out her child has autism is life-changing for most. But a new study shows, moms can fare well emotionally and still have a strong bond with their child.
Alzheimer's Gene Therapy Slows Mental Decline
A new approach to Alzheimer's disease uses gene therapy to slow down the disease.
Brain & Nervous System Health Center
Find brain and nervous system information and latest health news.
Asystole in the Epilepsy Unit
Ictal, or seizure-induced asystole, is a rare complication of epilepsy, and can be challenging to diagnose. In this review, the authors propose a practical flow chart to aid in assessment.
Treating a Patient With a Germinoma: A Case Study
Learn the latest on germinomas, the most common germ cell tumor, often occurring in children between 10 and 21 years.
Alcoholic Neuropathy Symptoms
Alcoholic neuropathy is a disorder that occurs when alcohol abuse causes decreased functioning of the nerves. It is caused due to the toxic effect that alcohol has on the nerve tissues. Alcoholic neuropathy can also be connected to nutritional deficiencies (it has similar symptoms to the nutritional
Cardiovascular Complications After Acute Spinal Cord Injury
This article summarizes cardiovascular complications as well as pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management following acute traumatic spine injury.
When Disaster Strikes
A trauma expert discusses the physical injuries and sequelae related to the World Trade Center disaster.
Fingolimod for the Treatment of Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis
The immunosuppressive fingolimod is the first of the long-anticipated oral agents approved for the treatment of relapsing forms of MS. This article reviews its use and safety profile.
Key Challenges for Fighting Alzheimer's Disease
The Alzheimer's Association in a new report has identified 10 "critical challenges" that need to be addressed by the nation to combat the growth and devastating impact of Alzheimer's disease.
What I've Learned About Infectious Diseases
This article answers several challenging questions about the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases.
Alzheimer's Disease-Exams and Tests
Alzheimer's disease is diagnosed after other conditions are ruled out. If you are suffering from a decline in mental abilities (dementia), your health professional will attempt to find out if another treatable condition may be causing those symptoms.
Symptoms of Brain Tumors
A brain tumor is defined as a growth or a mass of cells that are not normal within your brain. Some brain tumors may be cancerous while others may not be. They can originate in the brain or begin elsewhere in the body and spread to the brain. Knowing the symptoms of a brain tumor may very well help
Confusion, Memory Loss, and Altered Alertness-Related Information
A list of topics related to confusion, memory loss and altered alertness.
Alzheimer's Gene Therapy Slows Mental Decline
A new approach to Alzheimer's disease uses gene therapy to slow down the disease.
Maternal Depression, Violence at Home May Raise Child's ADHD Risk
Study found kids who were exposed to one or both before the age of 3 were more likely to be diagnosed by 6
Statins May Not Fight Dementia
Statins and other popular cholesterol-lowering drugs may help your heart, but they may not protect your brain from age-related diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Secretin Questioned as Autism Treatment
Secretin, a digestive system hormone, may not be the hoped-for answer to autism, researchers say.