Potential treatments of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) which could be used in multiple sclerosis: vaccines, antivirals, immunotherapy. https://t.co/3NHjjzbeIX
There are a lot of myths and untruths regarding IV thrombolysis (IVT) for acute ischemic stroke which I’ve been encountering frequently. Below is a thread discussing some of the more common ones.
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DANCE Syndrome
A rare, severe neurotoxic condition in young children (usually <5 years) caused by acute dextromethorphan ingestion, characterized by sudden, profound neurological dysfunction and specific MR imaging findings of cytotoxic edema in the cerebellum.
It presents with rapid onset unresponsiveness, resembling a com.
Mimics the opioid-related POUNCE syndrome but is specifically associated with cough syrup misuse or accidental overdose.
Prompt recognition and treatment—potentially involving ICU support, and in some cases, naloxone or steroids—are crucial for a good prognosis.
https://t.co/aO8ZjHv14B
Algorithm for management of acute ischemic stroke eligible for EVT
DVO: distal vessel occlusion
EVT: endovascular thrombectomy
IDD: insufficient data to determine
LVO: large vessel occlusion
mRS: modified Rankin scale
MVO: medium vessel occlusion