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Ultrasound for Assessing Traumatic Peripheral Nerve Lesions
This case series demonstrates the utility of high-resolution ultrasound in enhancing the anatomical understanding and surgical planning of traumatic peripheral nerve injuries.
Sleep and Childhood ADHD
Many parents of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) report that their child acts up at bedtime or has problems sleeping.
Past Pregnancies May Protect Against MS
Pregnancy appears to play a strong role in whether or not a woman may develop the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a new study.
Preoperative Evaluation of Patients With Neurological Disease
A thorough evaluation of patients with neurological diseases undergoing surgery can reduce perioperative morbidity and mortality, especially stroke.
Meningitis and Group B Streptococci-Topic Overview
Some people carry group B streptococcus in their body but don't get sick. Without knowing it,a woman who has group B streptococci in her birth canal or in her colon can pass the bacteria to her baby during delivery,causing the baby to develop meningitis. Meningitis caused by these bacteria also
ADHD in School
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of ADHD in schools including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS)
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS), including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
What Neurosurgeons Should Do To Succeed Tomorrow
Major changes in the 21st century will influence the development of medicine and neurosurgery.
Late-Dementia Suffering Often Unnecessary
Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or other age-related dementias often suffer unnecessarily near the end of life probably because their condition is not recognized as fatal, researchers say.
Stroke Update Part 3: TUCSON Trial Safety Concerns
In this video blog, Dr. Mark Alberts reviews safety concerns associated with the TUSCON trial as presented at the 2009 International Stroke Conference.
Neuroimaging in Neurodegenerative Dementias
This comprehensive review of neuroimaging in neurodegenerative dementias highlights both structural and functional imaging characteristics of the most common dementia syndromes.
ADHD in Childhood May Raise Risk for Obesity in Adulthood
Study found boys with the disorder were twice as likely to have a higher body-mass index when they were men
Brain Damage: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
WebMD examines common causes of brain damage, along with types, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
ADHD Natural Treatments and Remedies
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of ADHD natural treatments and remedies including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Define Neuralgia
Neuralgia is a brief but intense burning or stabbing pain in a nerve or group of nerves. The pain occurs when nerves are irritated or damaged due to various infections, diseases or lifestyle choices.
NFL Players at Higher Risk of Brain Diseases
Former National Football League (NFL) players may have a higher risk of dying from diseases that damage brain cells.
Two Drugs Work Equally Well for Epileptic Seizures in Kids: Study
Ativan, Valium both good options for emergency treatment, experts say
Spinal Cord Injury Complications
Spinal cord injury occurs when there is damage to the spine. Damage is caused by either a trauma or medical condition and can cause loss of function, mobility or feeling. The type and location of the injury determines the effect and symptoms the individual will incur. After a spinal cord injury, sec