Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, also called pseudotumor cerebri, refers to elevated cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure that develops most often in women of reproductive age with obesity, causing ...

Comparing rates of immune checkpoint inhibitor toxicity in different treatment settings (neoadjuvant, adjuvant, and palliative) in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC): A meta-analysis of phase III ...

Exploring the genetic blueprint of cerebrospinal fluid proteins, this study uncovers new markers and therapeutic targets that may unlock advancements in Alzheimer’s diagnosis and care. Study: ...

How Is a CSF Glucose Test Done? The most common way to check the glucose in your cerebrospinal fluid is by performing a lumbar puncture, also called a spinal tap. In some cases, your doctor can also ...

In clinical research, a first-time finding may rouse intrigue, but it’s generally independent confirmations of the data that give them potential to leave an indelible mark. That’s why a study of ...

Functional metabolic tomographic optical breast imaging (TOBI) to monitor response to neoadjuvant therapy in breast cancer. This is an ASCO Meeting Abstract from the 2011 ASCO Annual Meeting I. This ...

Damaged neurons leak proteins into bodily fluids, creating potential markers for neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's. But one such prospect might be less clear-cut a measure of AD ...

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear and watery liquid that flows in and around the brain and spinal cord. Its functions include protecting parts of the nervous system, delivering nutrients and ...