Researchers at Harvard University have examined a cohort of male physicians (age range 40-84) in the U.S. (n=21,970) to estimate the incidence and lifetime risk of Parkinsons disease (Driver et al. Neurology 2009;72:432-438).
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Significance of oligoclonal bands in MS: conflicting reports
May 5, 2009Several recent studies have examined the clinical significance of oligoclonal bands (OCB) in cerebrospinal fluid, which are present in about 75-95% of MS patients of European descent.
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Apathy associated with cognitive decline in AD, MCI
May 5, 2009Two recent studies in France have indicated that apathy may be an indicator of cognitive declines in patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and of functional decline in those with Alzheimers disease.
Parkinson motor score higher with suboptimal adherence
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Pneumonia a common cause of death in dementia patients
April 21, 2009Bronchopneumonia and ischemic heart disease are the most common causes of death among dementia patients, according to a review of autopsy reports at University Hospital, Lund, Sweden (Brunnstrom & Englund. Eur J Neurol 2009; epublished January 26, 2009).
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