Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Jun 2004
Review Case Reports Comparative StudyLocalising and lateralising value of ictal piloerection.
Piloerection is a rare clinical symptom described during seizures. Previous reports suggested that the temporal lobe is the ictal onset zone in many of these cases. One case series concluded that there is a predominant left hemispheric representation of ictal cold. The aim of this study is to evaluate the localising and lateralising value of pilomotor seizures. ⋯ Ictal piloerection is a rare ictal manifestation that occurs predominantly in patients with temporal lobe epilepsy. Unilateral piloerection is most frequently associated with ipsilateral focal epilepsy. No hemispheric predominance was found in patients with bilateral ictal piloerection.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Jun 2004
Comparative StudyQuantified measurement of activity provides insight into motor function and recovery in neurological disease.
A direct quantitative measurement of locomotor activity in an individual's own environment over an extended period may help in evaluating the impact of impairments in neurological disorders. ⋯ Ambulatory monitoring provides a reliable and valid measure of activity levels. Neurological patients, living independently, demonstrate lower activity levels than healthy matched controls. Ambulatory monitoring as an outcome measure has potential for improving the evaluation of ambulation and providing insight into participation.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Jun 2004
Long term visual and neurological prognosis in patients with treated and untreated cavernous sinus aneurysms.
To determine the long term visual and neurological outcome of patients diagnosed with cavernous sinus aneurysms (CCAs). ⋯ Most treated patients in this series improved or remained stable after treatment, but none improved without treatment. The long term prognosis for treated cases is relatively good, with most complications occurring immediately after the procedure. Endovascular surgery has decreased the morbidity and mortality of treatment so should be considered for any patient with a CCA.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Jun 2004
Case Reports Comparative StudyLong term effects of bilateral subthalamic nucleus stimulation on cognitive function, mood, and behaviour in Parkinson's disease.
Long term effects of subthalamic nucleus (STN) stimulation on cognition, mood, and behaviour are unknown. ⋯ Comparing baseline, one year, and three year postoperative assessments, STN stimulation did not lead to global cognitive deterioration. Apathy scores mildly increased. Depression scores mildly improved. Behavioural changes were comparatively rare and mostly transient. Single case reports show the major synergistic effects of both medication and stimulation on mood and behaviour, illustrating the importance of a correct postoperative management.