Neurology & Neurosurgery
Research and innovation from neurology and neurosurgery specialists at Vanderbilt Health

Oxidative Stress Examined in Cardiac Surgery
Randomized single-site study answers questions about the potential superiority of either approach.
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Ventriculostomy After Fetal Repair Enhances Care for Severe Spina Bifida
In treating hydrocephalus following fetal repair of myelomeningocele, endoscopic third ventriculostomy may be recommended.

Mitochondrial Transport Tracked by Innovative GeneMAP
Researchers design GeneMAP en route to defining biological function of “orphan” protein.

Mental Health Affects Appearance Perception Following Palsy
People with mental illness who experience non-flaccid facial paralysis exhibit a more negative response.
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90 Minutes to Tremor Relief with Focused Ultrasound
Improved visualization for higher accuracy is among the suite of advantages for patients seeking noninvasive treatment of tremor.

Targeted Approach for Atypical Parkinsonism
Parkinsonism-plus syndromes progress rapidly, requiring complex diagnosis and care.

Caring for Patients with Rare Dementia
Vanderbilt operates a specialized clinic for frontotemporal lobe dementia, providing treatment and a coveted chance to participate in research trials.

Intervention Reduces Malpractice Claims and Payouts
An intervention model aims to identify and reduce malpractice risk for large, single-specialty practices.

Can Brain Stimulation Reduce Addiction Among Intractable Smokers?
TMS offers hope for patients with schizophrenia who want to quit smoking.

Sleeping Styles for Babies Vary, Despite Parent Knowledge
Parents surveyed know AAP recommendations, but many still don’t comply.