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Traumatic Intracranial Aneurysms

Occurring in fewer than 1% of patients with cerebral aneurysms, the mortality rate from traumatic intracranial aneurysms may be as high as 50%.

ADHD Drugs Tied to ER Visits

Doctors from the CDC estimate that more than 3,000 people visited hospital emergency departments in 2004 due to side effects from drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Effects of ADHD Treatment May Vary Over Time

Treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with medication and behavioral therapy can provide lasting results, but the risks and benefits of those treatments may vary substantially over time, according to new research.

Teleneurology: An Overview of Current Status

Teleneurology--neurological consultation at a distance, utilizing technologies such as the internet or phone--is here to stay. How will it impact the traditional clinician-patient relationship?

What Are the Treatments for Cerebellar Glioma?

A cerebellar glioma is a type of solid tumor that occurs in the cerebellum of the brain. Balance and voluntary movement, like walking, are controlled in this part of the brain.

Lumbar Puncture

A lumbar puncture, also called a spinal tap, is a test to evaluate the fluid (cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF) surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

New Diagnostic Criteria for Alzheimer's Disease

The authors summarize new criteria for the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment which were recently published in the journal Alzheimer's and Dementia.

Gabrielle Giffords' Brain Injury: FAQ

Gabrielle Giffords' amazing survival after a point-blank gunshot to the head suggests she may recover. WebMD asks neurosurgeons what this might mean for the Arizona congresswoman.

Multiple Sclerosis Brain Lesions

Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of multiple sclerosis brain lesions including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.