Info About Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep. People with narcolepsy often find it difficult to stay awake for long periods of time, regardless of the circumstances. Narcolepsy can cause serious disruptions in your daily routine.

Contrary to what some people believe, narcolepsy isn't related to depression, seizure disorders, fainting, simple lack of sleep or other conditions that may cause abnormal sleep patterns.

Kidney donation: Are there long-term risks?

I'm considering kidney donation. Are there long-term risks?
Research has shown that there's little long-term risk for kidney donation, provided you're carefully screened before becoming a donor. As a potential kidney donor, you'll receive a thorough medical exam to determine whether you're a good match for the potential

The Healing Power Of Coconuts!

Cerebral angiography indications

Both pathologic and practical considerations play a role in deciding whether a cerebral angiogram might be considered.  Factors apart from disease itself include local practice preference, angiographic availability and angiographer experience, and presence of non-invasive capabilities such as multislice CT or modern MRI equipment.  For example, dynamic MRA or CTA may obviate need for angiography in some cases, whereas proximity to a high-volume, experienced angiograhic center suggests a lower threshold for referral, should angiography be indicated.  At our institution, common indications for angiography include:

Cervical Spine Tumors

Extradural Tumors of the Cervical Spine Tumors
Extradural tumors are often neoplasms infiltrating the bony structure of the vertebrae, but can also arise within the epidural space
Benign

• Osteochondroma
• Osteoid Osteoma
• Osteobalstoma
• Aneurysmal Bone Cyst
• Hemangioma
• Giant Cell Tumor
• Eosinophilic Granuloma
• Angiolipoma