Journal of neurosciences in rural practice
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J Neurosci Rural Pract · Jul 2013
Neurological and functional outcomes of subdural hematoma evacuation in patients over 70 years of age.
Subdural hematoma (SDH) is a common disease entity treated by neurosurgical intervention. Although the incidence increases in the elderly population, there is a paucity of studies examining their surgical outcomes. ⋯ Surgical management of SDH in patients over 70 years of age provides significant improvement in neurological status, but does not change functional status.
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J Neurosci Rural Pract · Jul 2013
Sensory profile and its impact on quality of life in patients with painful diabetic polyneuropathy.
Painful diabetic polyneuropathy (PDN) is common and causes significant disability. The sensory profile in each patient is different and affects quality of life. ⋯ PDN significantly affects patients' quality of life, especially physical function and role limitation due to a physical problem. Almost all patients have many types of pain and sharp pain is the most common.