Visual Impairment Likely Risk Factor of Cognitive Impairment
Researchers evaluated strategies for detecting early cognitive decline via visual impairment.
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Stroke-Related Homonymous Hemianopia Requires Closer Monitoring
Patients who experience stroke-related homonymous hemianopia may benefit little from visual training, but a study shows the value of early and frequent monitoring.
Neurologic Complications of COVID-19 Described
For patients hospitalized with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection, neurologic complications include altered mental status, fatigue, headache, and stroke.
Neurological Comorbidities Affect Scleral Lens Compliance
Some patients fitted with these devices may require particular clinical guidance.
Masks Containing Metal Could Cause Burns During MRI, FDA Warns
Patients who wear face masks with metal parts or coatings during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) could suffer facial burns.
Diabetic Retinopathy Severity May Serve As Marker for Poor Prognosis in Hyperkinetic Disorders
Study shows the potential link between retinopathy and hyperkinetic disorders in diabetes.
Blood-Brain Barrier Disruption Associated With Maculopathy
Investigators advocate for ophthalmic examination before and annually following the tumor treatment.
Age Not Associated With Worse Outcomes in IIH
Researchers evaluate patients IIH older and younger than 50 years to establish the impact of age.
Study: VF Loss, Neurocognitive Performance Affect Driving Skills
Increased visual field loss and decreased neurocognitive performance leads to vehicle control issues in glaucoma patients, researchers say.
OCT Could Be Key to Early Parkinson’s Diagnosis
Retinal layers may show early signs of the neurodegenerative condition.
Study: OCT Images of Optic Nerve Thickness Can Provide Measure of Intracranial Pressure
Researchers identify that optic nerve head thickness is correlated with changes to intracranial pressure which, in turn, suggests that intracranial pressure can be monitored using OCT.
Eptinezumab Infusion Provides Relief for Chronic Migraine
This phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study assessed the efficacy and safety of IV infusion of eptinezumab to prevent migraine in adults with chronic migraine.
Case of Older Woman With Bilateral Ptosis and Diplopia
Fluctuating bilateral ptosis, binocular diplopia, and fatigue without pupillaryabnormalities raise the clinical index of suspicion for myasthenia gravis.
Nerivio Device Cleared for Use in Patients With Chronic Migraine
Previously, the device had only been approved in those with episodic migraine.
Many US Young Adults Not Aware of Stroke Symptoms
A considerable proportion of young adults are not aware of stroke symptoms.
Guidelines Developed for Care of Adults With Down Syndrome
In an evidence-based clinical guideline, recommendations are presented for the medical care of adults with Down syndrome.
Neuro-Ophthalmic Manifestations Noted in COVID-19
Neuro-ophthalmic findings such as optic neuritis, vision loss, and cranial neuropathies are not common in patients with COVID-19, but several cases exist throughout the literature.
Timolol Eyedrops Evaluated for Acute Migraine Treatment
During the study, 50 migraine patients randomly received either topically applied timolol maleate ophthalmic solution, 0.5%, or placebo eyedrops.
Home-Based Telerehabilitation Beneficial for Stroke Patients
Home-based motor training telerehabilitation is beneficial for stroke patients, with enhanced interhemispheric functional connectivity of the M1 areas.
Worse Multisensory Function May Accelerate Cognitive Aging
Faster rates of cognitive decline were seen in association with each point worse in the multisensory function score.
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