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Pros and Cons of Extended-Release Antiepileptic Drugs
Dr Wilner discusses the problem of medication adherence in epilepsy, and the ways in which extended-release treatments may help address it.
Medscape Neurology, February 17, 2016
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Risk for ICH With Cavernous Malformations
Dr Mark Alberts discusses a recent study exploring the natural history of cavernous malformations and how their different features contribute to intracerebral hemorrhage risk.
Medscape Neurology, March 16, 2016
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New CDC Opioid Guideline: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
The CDC recently published a guideline for prescribing opioids for chronic pain. Dr Argoff takes a critical look at it from the perspective of a clinician.
Medscape Neurology, May 13, 2016
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Prognosis After a Transient Ischemic Attack or Minor Stroke
Studies from more than 10 years ago showed that the risk for a stroke or cardiovascular event after a transient ischemic event was high. Dr Diener discusses a study that re-evaluated this phenomenon.
Medscape Neurology, May 17, 2016
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Should Physicians Help Terminal Patients Die?
Physician-assisted dying is legal in some states, but many doctors feel that it violates their oath to do no harm. Experts offer compelling reasons for and against physician-assisted death.
Medscape Business of Medicine, August 25, 2016
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Nilotinib Shows Early Safety in Parkinson' Dementia
Dr Alan Jacobs details a small proof-of-concept study, the first to treat persons with advanced Parkinson's with a tyrosine kinase inhibitor.
Medscape Neurology, August 25, 2016
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Ecological Fallout: ALS Linked to Toxins and Pollutants
In this viewpoint, Dr Barclay looks at a study combining survey results and measurements of pollutants in blood samples to determine several risk factors for developing ALS.
Medscape Neurology, August 18, 2016
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Iconoclastic Breast Surgeon Laura Esserman Challenges the Status Quo
From screening to treatment, breast cancer specialist Laura Esserman is on a quest to individualize patient care, and in doing so she is challenging a number of long-standing practices in cancer care.
Medscape, August 8, 2016