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Hemoglobin to red cell distribution width ratio as a prognostic marker for ischemic stroke after mechanical thrombectomy

BackgroundThe hemoglobin to red cell distribution width ratio (HRR) has been experimentally associated with the prognosis of acute ischemic stroke (AIS). However, its relationship with mechanical thrombectomy (MT) for AIS remains unclear. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the relationship between HRR at admission, follow-up HRR, and clinical outcomes in patients undergoing MT.MethodsAcute ischemic stroke […]

Published on November 21, 2023

Evaluation of risk factors for impulse control disorder in Parkinson’s disease in northern China

IntroductionImpulse control disorder (ICD) is a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD), but its risk factors are still controversial. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of ICD in northern China and analyze the risk factors associated with ICD, multiple ICDs, and four subtypes.MethodsA total of 285 PD patients were enrolled in this study. […]

Published on November 21, 2023

Unsupervised but not supervised gait parameters are related to fatigue in Parkinson’s disease: a pilot study

IntroductionFatigue is a common and disabling symptom in Parkinson’s disease (PD), also affecting gait. Detection of fatigue-associated changes of gait using mobile health technologies (MHT) could become increasingly effective.MethodsCognitively unimpaired PD patients without fluctuations (UPDRS IV < 1) underwent a standard neurological assessment including the PD-Fatigue scale (PFS-16). PD patients with (PD-F) and without fatigue […]

Published on November 21, 2023