Buccal, Nasal Midazolam Most Cost-Effective for Pediatric Status Epilepticus
Rectal diazepam is currently the only FDA-approved treatment for pediatric status epilepticus.
All articles by Shannon Aymes, MD
Higher Altitude Tied to Increased Migraine Prevalence, Symptoms
The migraines were not likely associated with acute altitude syndrome, as the participants were conditioned to living in the low-oxygen environment.
Cannabidiol May Impact Antiepileptic Drug Levels in Refractory Epilepsy
While several studies have demonstrated efficacy in refractory epilepsy, it is still not clear how cannabidiol may have an impact on current epilepsy treatments.
Predicting Major Bleeding in Patients With Stroke on Antiplatelet Agents
There are a limited number of prediction models that identify patients at risk of major bleeding after stroke or TIA.
Long-Term Opioid Therapy Tied to Worse Outcomes in Polyneuropathy
Most prescriptions for long-term opioid therapy were written by internal or family medicine physicians.
Epilepsy Diagnosis, Outcomes Associated With Depression Severity
Previous research has found a higher prevalence of depression before and after an epilepsy diagnosis.
Prolonged Breastfeeding Linked to Reduced Risk of Multiple Sclerosis
Previous research has shown a reduced risk for multiple sclerosis and relapse during pregnancy.
Several Factors May Predict Cognitive Decline in Parkinson’s Disease
Dopamine deficiency, decreases in cortical thickness and volume in certain areas of the brain was predictive of cognitive decline.
Cirrhosis Associated With Increased Stroke Risk
Patients with cirrhosis had a 2.17% per year incidence of stroke compared with 1.11% per year incidence of stroke in patients without cirrhosis.
Medication May Influence Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Dementia Link
Treatment with psychotropic medications may influence dementia risk in veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder.
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