Platelet-to-Neutrophil Ratio after Intravenous Thrombolysis is Prognostic Marker for 90-days Outcome in Acute Ischemic Stroke

Ausanee Chaiwisitkun, Sombat Muengtaweepongsa

Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide and also the leading cause of long-term disability. Ischemic stroke is the most common type of stroke. An occurrence of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) always leads to the death of brain tissues and focal neurological deficits.

Long Term Memory Outcome in Transient Global Amnesia Patients with Abnormal MRI

Natthayoot Mahitthafongkul, Sedthapong Chunamchai, Chaipat Chunharas

Transient global amnesia (TGA) is a syndrome which patients encounter an episode of memory impairment. Typical presentation is sudden onset of anterograde and retrograde amnesia with preserve consciousness and personal identity.

The Impact of Covid-19 on Physical and Mental Health of Patients with Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy

Pholpipat Bunluesin, Siriphong Thanapatphakin, Pasiri Sithinamsuwan

Epilepsy is a high prevalent neurological disorder that affects people of all ages and lives all around the world. Patients with epilepsy are three times more fatality rate than the general population.1 Furthermore, they are 2-3 times more likely than those without epilepsy to have mental disorders, including anxiety and sadness.

Comparison of Cognitive Impairment between Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Patients and Healthy Controls in Neurological Institute of Thailand

Waristhar Warachit, Arada Rojana-udomsart, Jedsada Khieukhajee, Kulthida Sangklung, Narupat Suanprasert

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is an uncommon motor neuron disease which affects both upper and lower motor neuron in several body regions. These patients have progressive symptoms of weakness, dysphagia, respiratory insufficiency, and will have deficits in activities of daily living.

ขีดความสามารถของฟอสโฟนิวโรฟิลาเมนต์เฮฟวี่เชนจากเลือด ในการช่วยวินิจฉัยโรคเซลล์ประสาทสั่งการเอแอลเอสในผู้ป่วยคนไทย

สหรัฐ อังศุมาศ, เมธา อภิวัฒนากุล

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis หรือย่อว่า ALS เป็นโรคที่เกิดจากความผิดปกติของเซลล์ประสาทสั่งการ แล้วส่งผลท􀄬ำให้กล้ามเนื้ออ่อนแรงเนื่องจากขาดเซลล์ ประสาทนำคำสั่งมาควบคุม โดยเกิดจากการที่เซลล์ ประสาทนำคำสั่งเหล่านี้ค่อยๆ เกิดการเสื่อมและตายไป ในที่สุด จึงมีชื่อเรียกอีกอย่างหนึ่งว่า “โรคของเซลล์ ประสาทนำคำสั่ง (motor neuron disease; MND) หรือ โรคเซลล์ประสาทนำคำสั่งเสื่อม” โรคนี้มีสาเหตุมาจาก การเสื่อมตัวของเซลล์ประสาท (neurodegenerative) ที่กระทบต่อเซลล์ประสาทมอเตอร์บนและล่าง

The Relationship between Age of Thrombus and Outcomes of Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis in Neurological Institute of Thailand

Chonnipa Sitthiprawej, Surasak Komonchan, Yodkwan Wattanasen

Thrombosis of the dural sinus and/or cerebral veins (CVST) is an uncommon form of stroke, usually affecting young individuals. Despite advances in the recognition of CVST in recent years, diagnosis and management can be difficult because of the diversity of underlying risk factors. Anticoagulation remains the principal therapy and aims at preventing thrombus propagation and increasing recanalization.

Apixaban Concentration According to Creatinine Clearance in Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation Patients

Pawittra Puangsuwan, Juthathip Suphanklang, Jutikan Imsub, Sansanee Sangwanit, Chesda Udommongkol

Direct factor Xa inhibitors oral anticoagulants (DOACs) including rivaroxaban, apixaban and edoxaban have been shown to be equivalent or superior to warfarin for prevention of stroke or systemic embolism and DOACs have lower rates of major bleeding in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF).

Mortality Rate within 30 Days of the Patients Present with Malignant Middle Cerebral Occlusion in Stroke Unit, Rajavithi Hospital

Piyanuch Niltarach, Sirikanlaya Poonphol

Ischemic stroke is a major healthcare problem that represents the third leading cause of death in Thailand. The overall incidence is around 206 per 100,000 population per year and is likely to rise in the future. The disease accounts for 10% of deaths and 50-60 percent of the patient are left permanently disabled.

Postictal Clinical Manifestations Related Epilepsy in Neurological Institute of Thailand

Suttanon Jantapatsakun, Chonpivat Treepong, Chaichana Sinthuwong

Related Factors of Recurrent Stroke among Stroke Patients in Rajavithi Hospital

Jariya Chompon, Sirikanlaya Poonphol

Ischemic stroke is common problem in Thailand. The incidence is 206 per 100,000 people, this statistic data is from the Department of Public health, 2007. Stroke is the third cause of death in Thailand.