http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/nervous-system-diseases-blog.html Here are new pages and articles which have been added to Nervous System Diseases recently. Check back often for new content! en-us nervous system diseases Wed, 28 May 2008 00:33:25 GMT Wed, 28 May 2008 00:33:25 GMT nervous-system-diseases.com http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/pediatric-epilepsy.html Pediatric epilepsy is epilepsy, a disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which occurs in a young patient. There are several potential causes of seizures and epilepsy in children. Mon, 26 May 2008 21:38:18 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/stroke.html Stroke is a general term for a sudden neurological event which results in the new onset of neurological symptoms. Learn about the various forms of stroke here. Mon, 26 May 2008 20:32:16 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/hemorrhagic-stroke.html Hemorrhagic stroke is a term used to refer to the sudden onset of bleeding within the brain. The cause of this bleeding can vary depending on the underlying pathology that caused the stroke. Mon, 26 May 2008 20:23:06 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/ischemic-stroke.html Ischemic stroke is a stroke caused by inadequate blood flow to a part of the brain leading to dysfunction and/or death of the brain cells in the affected area. Learn more about it here. Wed, 07 May 2008 22:24:27 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/venous-angioma.html A venous angioma is a small abnormal tangle of veins that can occur in the brain. Although not technically normal, some people consider a venous angioma a normal variant. Wed, 07 May 2008 09:26:56 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/medical-terms.html Medical terms can be confusing. It can be helpful to have somewhere to go to get more information about what they mean and what they imply in the discussion of a patient. Wed, 07 May 2008 04:58:40 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/aqueductal-stenosis.html Aqueductal stenosis is a common cause of obstructive hydrocephalus. There are several pathologies which can cause obstruction of the cerebral aqueduct and thus block the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. Thu, 01 May 2008 21:52:41 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/nerve-conduction-study.html A nerve conduction study is a neurological test which evaluates the conduction of electrical impulses down peripheral nerves. It is used to help diagnose diseases that affect the peripheral nerves. Thu, 01 May 2008 21:49:20 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/electromyogram.html An electromyogram (EMG) is a neurological test which evaluates the responses of muscles and the nerves that supply them. It is used to help diagnose diseases that affect muscles and peripheral nerves. Thu, 01 May 2008 21:46:55 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/non-communicating-hydrocephalus.html Tumor-associated non-communicating hydrocephalus is a form of obstructive hydrocephalus which is caused by a brain tumor that blocks the normal flow of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Thu, 01 May 2008 21:44:29 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/hydrocephalus-shunt.html A hydrocephalus shunt procedure is one of the most common treatments for various forms of hydrocephalus. Learn more about them here. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:08:33 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/endoscopic-third-ventriculostomy.html Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a type of treatment for some forms of hydrocephalus. Learn more about it here. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:07:12 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/microdiscectomy.html A microdiscectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat a herniated disc in the lumbar spine. Learn more about it here. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:41:03 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/lumbar-discectomy.html A lumbar discectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat a lumbar herniated disc. Learn more about it here. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:39:33 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/arteriovenous-fistula.html A dural arteriovenous fistula is an abnormal connection (fistula) between arteries in the dural covering of the brain and spinal cord with veins or venous sinuses. Learn more about it here. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:16:33 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/intracerebral-hemorrhage.html An intracerebral hemorrhage is spontaneous bleeding into the brain. While there are several causes of hemorrhage into the brain this page is devoted to hemorrhage due to high blood pressure. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:14:39 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/cerebral-angiogram.html A cerebral angiogram is a neurological test which evaluates the blood vessels that supply the brain. It is used to evaluate, diagnose and treat several pathologies that involve the brain circulation. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:03:10 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/electroencephalogram.html An electroencephalogram is a neurological test which records electrical activity of the brain. It is used for the evaluation of many forms of neurological disease, most notably seizures and epilepsy. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:01:21 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/moyamoya.html Moyamoya disease is a rare disorder of the blood vessels the supply the brain which leads to progressive occlusion of the arteries. It can lead to stroke and hemorrhage. Learn more about it here. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:33:00 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/normal-pressure-hydrocephalus.html Normal pressure hydrocephalus is a form of hydrocephalus which typically occurs in older individuals. It presents with a characteristic triad of symptoms. Learn more about it here. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:17:58 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/spine-tumor.html A spine tumor is a tumor that grows in the spinal column. It can be a primary, originating in the spine, or a secondary tumor, spreading to the spine from another location. Learn more about them here. Tue, 15 Apr 2008 22:57:36 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion.html An anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is a surgical procedure of the spine in the neck which is often used to treat herniated discs. Read more about this procedure here. Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:42:42 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/laminectomy.html A laminectomy is a spinal surgical procedure which aims at opening up the bony spine to expose and/or decompress the spinal canal. Read more about it and its uses here. Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:41:10 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/neurological-assessment.html So what can you expect when undergoing a neurological assessment? Here is an overview of some of these common parts of a neurological evaluation. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:50:53 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/neurological-exam.html A neurological exam is a physical examination conducted by a health care provider which is focused on the nervous system. Learn about the parts of the exam here. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:49:06 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/neurological-evaluation.html A neurological evaluation is a clinical assessment of the nervous system aimed at detecting any abnormalities which may be related to a nervous system disease. Learn more about it here. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:47:35 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/ventriculostomy.html A ventriculostomy, also called an external ventricular drain, is a catheter placed into the ventricles, fluid-filled spaces within the brain, and drains cerebrospinal fluid externally. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:20:01 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/intracranial-pressure.html Intracranial pressure (ICP) is the pressure within the head. In some pathological conditions, the intracranial pressure can be increased. Learn more about it here. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:18:21 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/ct-scan.html A CT scan, or Computed Axial Tomography scan, is an imaging study which is frequently used in patients who suffer a traumatic brain injury. Learn more about it here. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:14:23 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/pineal-cyst.html A pineal cyst is a fluid-filled mass that can occur in the pineal gland. True pineal gland cysts are not brain tumors; rather, they are a completely benign cyst. Learn more about them here. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:03:50 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/germinoma.html A pineal germinoma is a common type of germ cell tumor, originating from cells left over from embryonic development. They are the most common tumor of the pineal region. Learn more about them here. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 09:24:54 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/pineoblastoma.html A pineoblastoma is a rare malignant brain tumor which arises from the cells of the pineal gland which sits near the center of the head and brain. Learn more about them here. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 09:15:36 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/pineocytoma.html A pineocytoma, also known as a pinealocytoma or pinealoma, is a rare benign tumor of the pineal gland of the brain. Learn more about them here. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 09:14:05 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/cortical-dysplasia.html Cortical dysplasia is a malformation of the cortex of the brain which can lead to pediatric epilepsy. It is considered congenital, present at birth, occurring during development of the embryo. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:54:44 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/subarachnoid-hemorrhage.html Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage is bleeding around the brain that occurs when a brain aneurysm ruptures. Learn more about this nervous system disease here. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:52:24 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/adult-hydrocephalus.html Adult hydrocephalus is hydrocephalus which occurs in an adult patient. It can be caused by many different pathologies. Learn more about adult hydrocephalus here. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:50:07 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/cervical-herniated-disc.html A cervical herniated disc is a degenerative disease of the spine in the neck. Herniated discs occur most frequently in the neck, the cervical spine, and in the lower back, the lumbar spine. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:44:22 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/cervical-stenosis.html Cervical stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal which protects the spinal cord. Spinal stenosis can occur in many areas but is most commonly found in the cervical spine and in the lumbar spine. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:42:32 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/lumbar-disc-disease.html Lumbar disc disease is disease of the intervertebral discs in the lower back. The most common disc disease is a herniated disc, and a lumbar disc is one of the most common locations for herniations. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:40:49 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/lumbar-stenosis.html Lumbar stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal which protects the spinal nerve roots. Spinal stenosis can occur in many areas but is most common in the cervical and lumbar spine. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:38:53 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/meningocele.html A meningocele is a form of spinal bifida. It is a congenital malformation that arises from an error in the normal development of the central nervous system, particularly the spinal cord and spine. Mon, 10 Mar 2008 05:13:37 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/myelomeningocele.html A myelomeningocele is the most severe form of spina bifida. It is a congenital malformation that results when an error in the normal development of the nervous system, particularly the spinal cord and Mon, 10 Mar 2008 05:11:20 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/cavernous-malformation.html A cavernous malformation, also known as a cavernous angioma or cavernoma, is an abnormal collection of blood vessels in the brain which can bleed or cause neurological symptoms. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:51:23 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/spina-bifida-occulta.html Spina bifida occulta is a congenital malformation of the developing spinal column which represents one of the mildest forms of spina bifida. Learn more about it here. Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:33:18 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/congenital-hydrocephalus.html Congenital hydrocephalus refers to an abnormality of the normal flow of fluid in and around the brain which is present from the time of birth. Learn more about it and its causes here. Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:00:52 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/communicating-hydrocephalus.html Communicating hydrocephalus is a form of hydrocephalus which does not arise from a visible blockage in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. Learn more about it here. Sun, 02 Mar 2008 19:50:02 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/obstructive-hydrocephalus.html Obstructive hydrocephalus is a form of hydrocephalus which is caused by some visible blockage in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. Learn more about it here. Sun, 02 Mar 2008 19:47:39 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/brain-aneurysm.html A brain aneurysm is an abnormal bulging of the wall of a blood vessel that brings blood to the brain. Over time, the pressure inside the aneurysm can lead to expansion and rupture of the aneurysm. Sun, 02 Mar 2008 18:50:17 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/arteriovenous-malformation.html An arteriovenous malformation is an abnormal tangle of blood vessels that can form in the brain or spinal cord during development. Learn more about them here. Sun, 02 Mar 2008 18:47:24 GMT http://www.nervous-system-diseases.com/cat-scan.html A CAT scan is an imaging study which uses x-rays to produce images of the internal parts of the body. It is used to visualize the brain and other structures to investigate diseases of the brain. Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:58:35 GMT