DEA Announces Critical Changes in Registration Renewal Process
The ability to renew a registration online after the expiration date will no longer be available
Dysglycemia Affects Brain Structure, Cognition in Seniors
Brain infarcts, white matter hyperintensities volume up; total white matter down
Ischemic Stroke Risk Up for Eight Weeks After PCI
Highest relative risk of ischemic stroke seen in first two days after PCI; decreases gradually thereafter
Integrated Neurology in Medical Home Cuts Health Care Use
Neurologist integrated and co-located in primary care can reduce unnecessary testing, tertiary consults
MRI Ups Diagnostic Accuracy of Fetal Brain Abnormalities
Researchers recommend its use mid-pregnancy if ultrasound picks up potential anomaly
Zika-Related Birth Defects More Extensive Than Thought
Studies found greater prevalence than believed, more neurological problems appearing months after birth
FDA Issues New Safety Info on Use of Anesthesia
New information addresses anesthesia use in pregnant women and young children
Outcomes-Based Pricing Suggested for New, Costly Drugs
Strategy would compel manufacturers and insurers to share accountability for clinical outcomes
Stroke, A-Fib Recurrence Low at One Year After AF Ablation
No difference in atrial fibrillation recurrence for patients with versus without stroke
Risk of Ischemic, Hemorrhagic Stroke Up With Type 1 Diabetes
Incrementally increased risks with increasing HbA1c; marked increase with HbA1c ≥9.7 percent
