Revista de neurologia
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Revista de neurologia · Nov 2003
Biography Historical Article[In memoriam. Denise Albe Fessard (1916-2003)].
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Revista de neurologia · Jun 2003
Case Reports[Spinal epidural abscess in a patient with septicaemia].
Spinal epidural abscess is a rare entity requiring early diagnosis and treatment. Sepsis is a factor with an unfavourable prognosis. ⋯ In patients with sepsis and some previous symptom that arouses suspicion, it is important to consider this possible diagnosis, since treatment with antibiotics alone does not manage to prevent neurological complications in all cases.
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Revista de neurologia · Jun 2003
Historical Article[Sabuco's suco nerveo and the origins of neurochemistry in the Spanish Renaissance].
In the 16th century, at the height of the Spanish Renaissance, Bachiller Miguel Sabuco revolutionised medical theories about brain physiology with the publication of his work Nueva Filosof a in 1587. This work, which is mysteriously attributed to his daughter Luisa Oliva, presents a surprisingly gynocentric ideology for its time and has been reprinted on numerous occasions since its first edition saw the light. Sabuco s ideas have been plagiarised by such renowned authors as Descartes, Willis and Glisson. ⋯ Besides constituting the most illustrious forerunner of modern day neurochemistry, Sabuco s work also encourages doctors to treat their patients in an integral manner, with equal attention being given to the body, mind and soul. It comes as no surprise, then, that many aspects of his work can still be compared to modern medical and philosophical thought.
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Revista de neurologia · May 2003
Review Meta Analysis[Effectiveness of flunarizine in the prophylaxis of migraine: a meta-analytical review of the literature].
Migraine is a common and disabling health problem among young and middle aged adults. Flunarizine have been used as a prophylactic medication in its management for more than two decades. ⋯ Based on a small number of trials, flunarizine, at a daily dose of 10 mg lightly reduces the frequency of migraine attacks.
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Revista de neurologia · May 2003
Case Reports[When should a brain scan with HMPAO be performed to diagnose brain death?].
Current Spanish law defines the criteria to be met in the case of brain death (BD) and the complementary tests to confirm it, although they do not always need to be carried out. In Spain one of the most frequently used methods is the electroencephalogram (EEG), which has its shortcomings in patients who are under sedation with barbiturates. Transcranial Doppler (TCD) offers a number of advantages in the diagnosis of BD, but it also has certain limitations. In these cases, a cerebral perfusion scan (CPS) with HMPAO can be very useful. ⋯ Although it has obvious advantages, TCD cannot always be performed to confirm BD diagnosis. In these cases, CPS can be an extremely valuable tool