RSS Channels Index
Physicians Describe Challenges Encountered in Surgical Management of Spine Trauma in Morbidly Obese Patients
Case series reveals logistic, medical and societal challenges faced in treating spine trauma in morbidly obese patients.
5/20/2013 2:15 PM EDT
High-Resolution Diffusion MRI Can Help Map the Microstructure of the Trigeminal Nerve, Improve Treatment Options for Trigeminal Neuralgia Sufferers
Researchers describe their study regarding the use of high-resolution diffusion MRI to evaluate the microstructure of the cranial nerves, and how it offers exciting possibilities to further the understanding of the pathophysiology of trigeminal...
4/21/2013 4:45 PM EDT
Urinary Biomarkers May Help Detect Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations
Results from a recent study show the urinary levels of hepatocyte growth factor could serve as a biomarker capable of detecting the presence of arteriovenous malformations.
4/21/2013 4:40 PM EDT
Phase I Trial Results of Neural Stem Cell Transplantation Encouraging Those Suffering from Pelizaeus-Merzbacher Disease
Research findings show human central nervous system stem cells foster myelin formation following HuCNS-SC transplantation.
4/21/2013 4:45 PM EDT
Two New Studies on Dabigatran Etexilate (Pradaxa®) and Intracranial Hemorrhage Highlighted in Journal of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Focus
Papers presented in pair of leading neurosurgical journals reveal interesting new findings on dabigatran etexilate (Pradaxa®) and intracranial hemorrhage.
4/26/2013 9:05 AM EDT
Nerve Transfer Can Help Repair Brachial Plexus Injuries, Help Restore Elbow Functions
Results highlight the effective use of nerve transfer in patients suffering from brachial plexus injuries for reconstruction of elbow flexion to help improve their quality of life.
4/21/2013 4:15 PM EDT
Bone Marrow Stromal Cell Treatment Improves Functional Outcome, Helps Repair Biostructural Damage From Traumatic Brain Injury
Results show positive impact that bone marrow stromal cell therapy can have for those suffering from certain types of traumatic brain injuries.
4/21/2013 4:05 PM EDT
Study Shows How Tetraplegic Subject Utilizes Brain-Machine Interfaces to Manipulate Prosthetic Arm, and Regain and Restore Significant Limb Functionality
Researchers present impressive findings detailing how the use of brain-machine interfaces and robotic prosthetic arms may help those suffering from upper-limb paralysis or amputation regain the ability to grasp and manipulate objects.
4/21/2013 4:25 PM EDT