Gabapentin may boost functional recovery after a stroke Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli25 May 2022 9:30 AM ISTCOLUMBUS, Ohio: The drug gabapentin, currently prescribed to control seizures and reduce nerve pain, may enhance recovery of movement after a stroke...
High-dose methylcobalamin slows functional decline in early-stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: JAMA Dr. Hiral patel23 May 2022 7:00 PM ISTJAPAN: Ultra-high-dose of methylcobalamin in patients with early-stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and with a moderate progression rate is...
Cranberries consumption could improve memory and brain function Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli22 May 2022 8:00 PM ISTAdding cranberries to your diet could help improve memory and brain function, and lower 'bad' cholesterol-according to new research from the...
FDA authorizes wearable neuromodulation device for fibromyalgia Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli22 May 2022 7:30 PM ISTFood and Drug administration has authorized use of Quell® neuromodulation device as an aid in reducing the symptoms of fibromyalgia in adults with...
Initial aggressive surgical approach in acute subdural hematoma not tied to better functional outcomes: Lancet Medical Dialogues Editorial Team20 May 2022 7:45 PM ISTNetherlands: In a new study it was shown that in acute subdural hematoma a treatment strategy preferring an aggressive approach of acute surgical...
Management of patent foramen ovale: SCAI issues new official guidelines Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli20 May 2022 7:00 PM ISTATLANTA: The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) today released official guidelines for the management of patent foramen...
Predicting Poor Neurocognitive Outcomes in Acute Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Dr. Nandita Mohan20 May 2022 9:30 AM ISTAnnually, approximately 50,000 patients with carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning present to emergency departments (EDs) , with 1500 deaths. Approximately...
Repeat dose of diazepam nasal spray within 4 hours of first dose may prevent status epilepticus: Study Medical Dialogues Editorial Team19 May 2022 7:30 PM ISTUSA: The findings of a new study published in the Epilepsia journal show that the safety and pharmacokinetic characteristics of the second...
Positive airway pressure therapy may delay cognitive decline in sleep apnea patients Medha Baranwal19 May 2022 10:45 AM ISTUSA: Results from a systematic review published in the journal Neurology showed that in adults with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), positive airway...
Statins may have protective role against depression Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli19 May 2022 10:30 AM ISTPhiladelphia: Statins have been hailed as a wonder drug; the cholesterol-lowering drugs have been prescribed to tens of millions of people since their...
Study Finds Increased Risk of Dementia After Hospitalization for Major TBI Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli17 May 2022 7:15 PM ISTMINNEAPOLIS: People who have been hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury (TBI) may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to...
Gene therapy shows promise in treating neuropathy from spinal cord injuries Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli17 May 2022 10:30 AM ISTAn international team of researchers, led by scientists at University of California San Diego School of Medicine, report that a gene therapy that...
