Emerging findings suggest that cervical noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation using the gammaCore device may represent an option with efficacy comparable to that of surgically implanted cervical vagus nerve stimulation, with a lower risk for side effects.
Delirium is highly prevalent in critical care, especially among elderly patients and individuals with dementia. Although rates vary widely across studies, findings suggest delirium affects more than 15% of hospitalized patients. For additional discussion regarding this topic, Neurology Advisor interviewed Leopoldo Pozuelo, MD, MBA, FACP, FACLP, clinical vice chair of psychiatry and psychology at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
The prevalence of cognitive impairment is higher in patients with COPD compared with healthy individuals.
In Part 2 of this article, Erin D. Michos, MD, shares her thoughts on why dietary supplements are largely unnecessary.
Although it is estimated that more than 166 million Americans use dietary supplements, many healthcare providers are unfamiliar with how these substances are regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration.
