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3D-Neuronavigation In Vivo Through a Patient's Brain During a Spontaneous Migraine Headache
Published on: June 2, 2014
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[Unusual Migraine Manifestations]
Sivan Schipper1, Andreas R Gantenbein2, Peter S Sandor2
11 Palliativzentrum, Kantonsspital St. Gallen.
Praxis
|June 9, 2016
Summary
Migraine is a complex neurological disorder affecting multiple central nervous system functions. An aura calendar aids in diagnosing rare migraine types and preventing underdiagnosis of unusual manifestations.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroscience
Context:
- Migraine is a complex neurological disorder impacting various central nervous system functions.
- Migraine aura, particularly visual and sensory, affects approximately 25% of patients.
- Less common aura symptoms include motor deficits and higher cortical dysfunctions.
Purpose:
- To highlight the diagnostic utility of an aura calendar for rare migraine manifestations.
- To emphasize the importance of excluding other neurological pathologies in complex migraine cases.
- To address the diagnostic challenges and lack of specific treatments for complex migraine.
Summary:
- Migraine affects multiple central nervous system systems, including cognitive, sensory, and motor functions.
- Aura symptoms vary, with visual and sensory auras being most common, but motor and cognitive deficits can also occur.
- An aura calendar can aid in diagnosing uncommon migraine presentations and prevent underdiagnosis.
Impact:
- Facilitates the diagnosis of rare and complex migraine manifestations.
- Promotes a thorough diagnostic work-up to rule out serious neurological conditions.
- Highlights the need for further research into randomized controlled trials for migraine therapies.
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