Executive Function Drivers of Autism Social Deficits Shift With Age
While executive function consistently impacts social skills in autism, the specific cognitive domains involved change as patients age.
Initial EEG and Neonatal Onset Predict Genetic Epilepsy Outcomes
Specific electroencephalography patterns and neonatal seizure onset strongly correlate with drug resistance and severe developmental delay.
Home-Based Accelerated TMS Proves Feasible for Major Depression
A pilot study shows intensive home-based neuromodulation is safe and reduces depression, though current devices pose logistical hurdles.
COVID-19 Does Not Alter Catatonia Presentation or Treatment Response
A four-year retrospective study finds no significant clinical differences between pre-pandemic and post-pandemic catatonia cases.
15-Item Tool Predicts Post-Intensive Care Syndrome at Three Months
A new 15-question assessment administered at intensive care unit discharge shows moderate accuracy in predicting long-term functional decline.
Recent Infection Increases Childhood Stroke Risk; No Link Found for Vaccination
A population-based study finds that infection within 60 days more than doubles stroke risk in children, while vaccination shows no link.
Brain Age Index from Healthy Tissue Predicts Glioma-Related Epilepsy
A neuroimaging metric calculated from non-tumorous brain regions helps clinicians quantify systemic changes and predict seizure risk.
Suicidality at Focal Epilepsy Diagnosis Predicts Treatment Resistance
Adults expressing suicidality when diagnosed with focal epilepsy face a nearly threefold higher risk of failing antiseizure medications.
International Consensus Urges Early Surgery for Hypothalamic Hamartomas
A new Delphi consensus from 17 epilepsy centers establishes standardized protocols for diagnosing and managing rare hypothalamic hamartomas.
Trial: Higher Bupivacaine Doses Do Not Improve Nerve Block Headache Relief
A randomized trial finds that low-dose, unilateral sphenopalatine ganglion blocks are as effective as higher doses for acute headaches