How clinicians explain a diagnosis of functional neurological disorder: A qualitative study with general practitioners, neurologists, psychologists and physiotherapists

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Pain-centered symptom-language co-occurrence networks differ between interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome and fibromyalgia in Reddit patient discourse
Study Overview The study investigates the communication patterns among patients suffering from interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) and fibromyalgia (FM) by analyzing discussions on Reddit. The aim is to understand how these two conditions, which are both characterized by chronic pain, are articulated by patients through a symptom-language co-occurrence network. By leveraging a platform that… Read more: Pain-centered symptom-language co-occurrence networks differ between interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome and fibromyalgia in Reddit patient discourse
Microbiota and mycobiota in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy: clinical and pathophysiological correlations
Microbiota and Mycobiota Role The human body is home to trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea, collectively referred to as the microbiota and mycobiota, respectively. These microbial communities reside in various parts of the body, particularly in the gut, skin, and mucosal surfaces, where they play crucial roles in maintaining health and… Read more: Microbiota and mycobiota in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy: clinical and pathophysiological correlations
Low-Positive Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein (MOG)-Immunoglobulin G (IgG) in Pediatric Demyelinating Disease: How Imaging Features Can Support a MOG Antibody-Associated Disease (MOGAD) Diagnosis
Understanding MOG Antibody-Associated Disease MOG antibody-associated disease (MOGAD) is increasingly recognized as a unique demyelinating condition in the pediatric population, characterized by the presence of specific antibodies against myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG). This autoimmune response leads to inflammation and damage in the central nervous system (CNS), resulting in various neurological deficits. The pathophysiology underlying MOGAD… Read more: Low-Positive Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein (MOG)-Immunoglobulin G (IgG) in Pediatric Demyelinating Disease: How Imaging Features Can Support a MOG Antibody-Associated Disease (MOGAD) Diagnosis
Exploring the Feasibility and Patient Acceptance of RAGT for Overground Ambulation in Adults With Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Scoping Review
Study Overview This scoping review aims to assess the feasibility and patient acceptance of robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT) for enhancing overground ambulation in adults who are affected by Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). GBS is an autoimmune condition characterized by rapid-onset muscle weakness and paralysis, often leading to significant functional mobility challenges. While conventional rehabilitation methods have… Read more: Exploring the Feasibility and Patient Acceptance of RAGT for Overground Ambulation in Adults With Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Scoping Review
Residual inflammation in the cerebrospinal fluid after short- and long-term natalizumab treatment in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
Study Overview The study investigates the presence and implications of residual inflammation in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) undergoing treatment with natalizumab. Natalizumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets integrin molecules to prevent the migration of inflammatory cells into the central nervous system, thereby mitigating the inflammatory processes associated… Read more: Residual inflammation in the cerebrospinal fluid after short- and long-term natalizumab treatment in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis

Diagnostic performance of point-of-care ultrasound for pediatric skull fractures: A systematic review and meta-analysis
ObjectivePediatric head trauma is common, but computed tomography exposes children to ionizing radiation. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of point-of-care ultrasound for pediatric skull fractures and clarified its role as an adjunct to clinical assessment rather than a replacement for computed tomography when intracranial injury is suspected.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review […]
Jugular Venous Compression Collar for Prevention of Brain Injury due to Repetitive Head Impact and Concussion in Sport: A Scoping Review
CONCLUSION: Although no adverse outcomes are reported with collar use, current research does not support the effectiveness of JVC collars for concussion reduction and use for mitigation of repetitive head impact. Additional studies from diverse research teams with independent funding sources are required.
Examining Associations Between Environmental Exposures and Neurobehavioral Symptoms in Post-9/11 Veterans With a Probable History of TBI
CONCLUSIONS: In post-9/11 Veterans with a probable history of TBI, environmental exposure burden and specific exposure types (particularly other metals and solvents/fuels) were associated with greater neurobehavioral symptom severity and breadth, suggesting environmental exposures as an additional, important contributor to chronic symptoms.
Blood-based biomarkers GFAP/UCH-L1 for the diagnosis of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI): a single-center implementation experience
CONCLUSIONS: The biomarkers GFAP and UCH-L1 combined could play a potential clinical role in avoiding unnecessary cCT scans in emergency departments after mTBI, might reduce treatment times and reduce radiation exposure.
External validation and comparative performance of Marshall, Rotterdam, and Helsinki computed tomography scores in adult traumatic brain injury
CONCLUSION: The Helsinki CT score demonstrated the highest standalone discriminative performance; however, all three CT-based scoring systems provided limited incremental prognostic value beyond clinical assessment (age and GCS), supporting their role as complementary rather than independent tools in TBI evaluation. These findings support the use of CT-based scores primarily for early risk stratification and standardized […]

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