Neurology
Reviews
Beyond depression: Other uses for tricyclic antidepressants
The pharmacology of these drugs, their potential uses in conditions other than depression, and safety considerations.
Reviews
Gabapentin for alcohol use disorder: A good option, or cause for concern?
There is concern about this drug’s potential for abuse. Use it only as a second-line alternative, with caution.
Reviews
SEEDS for success: Lifestyle management in migraine
Lifestyle counseling can be based on the mnemonic SEEDS: sleep, exercise, eat, diary, and stress.
Reviews
Appropriate laboratory testing in Lyme disease
Testing for Lyme disease is challenging and if done incorrectly can lead to unnecessary treatment.
From the Editor
A link between A-fib and sleep apnea is no surprise, but why?
The two conditions commonly coexist, and treating the sleep apnea results in better rhythm-directed outcomes in the A-fib.
1-Minute Consult
Should I evaluate my patient with atrial fibrillation for sleep apnea?
Yes. The prevalence of sleep apnea is high in patients with atrial fibrillation, and vice versa.
Reviews
An overview of endoscopy in neurologic surgery
Endoscopic neurosurgery has changed many treatment paradigms and has had an important impact on morbidity and outcomes.
From the Editor
A few pearls can help prepare the mind
The caregiver with a prepared mind is more likely to experience the diagnostic epiphany.
Medical Grand Rounds
Myopathy for the general internist: Statins and much more
How to evaluate and manage muscle complaints in patients taking a statin, interpret creatine kinase test results, and recognize common as well as...
Article
Obstructive sleep apnea: A wake-up call for better outcomes
Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious disorder with effective treatments that can improve health outcomes for patients.