Validation of an Algorithm to Detect Multiple Sclerosis Cases in Administrative Health Databases in Piedmont (Italy): An Application to the Estimate of Prevalence by Age and Urbanization Level
Conclusion: We validated an algorithm based on EHAs to identify cases of MS for epidemiological use. The prevalence of MS, adjusted for undercount, was among the highest in Italy. We also found that the prevalence was higher in highly urbanized areas.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - March 10, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Multiple Sclerosis and Incidence of Urinary and Fecal Incontinence in Almost 9,000 Patients Followed Up for up to 10 Years in Germany
Conclusions: UI and FI are frequent complications of MS, and the presence of these complications should be regularly assessed in primary care practices.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - March 4, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Incidence of Cognitive Impairment during Aging in Rural South Africa: Evidence from HAALSI, 2014 to 2019
Conclusions: This study presents some of the first incidence rate estimates for aging-related cognitive impairment in rural South Africa. Social disparities in incident cognitive impairment rates were apparent in patterns similar to those observed in many high-income countries.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - March 3, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Surveillance Study of Acute Neurological Manifestations among 439 Egyptian Patients with COVID-19 in Assiut and Aswan University Hospitals
Conclusion: In COVID-19, both the CNS and PNS are affected. Stroke was the most common complication for CNS, and anosmia and/or ageusia were common for PNS diseases. However, there were 6 cases of encephalitis, 2 cases of spinal cord myelopathy, 2 cases of MG, and 2 cases of myositis.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 25, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
The Association of Cognitive and Visual Function in a Nationally Representative Study of Older Adults in India
Conclusion: This study illustrates that VI is cross-sectionally associated with lower cognitive performance, largely in a dose-response pattern, across various cognitive domains in the Indian population. These findings are important for informing future longitudinal and interventional studies.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 24, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Head Injury and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Meta-Analysis
Conclusion: This meta-analysis indicates that head injury, especially severe head injury, could increase ALS risk. Although a strong association is found between head injury #x3c;1 year and ALS risk in the current study, this result suggests a possibility of reverse causation.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 23, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Myasthenia Gravis in Poland: National Healthcare Database Epidemiological Study
Conclusions: Our findings provide information on epidemiology of MG in Poland and can serve as a tool to evaluate healthcare resources needed for MG patients.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 19, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Interrelationships between Survival, Sex, and Blood Pressure in Patients with Multiple System Atrophy
Conclusions: The findings of a sex-based difference in the effect of BP on death risk may be important for adjusting the therapeutic approach to MSA patients.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 18, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Stroke Epidemiology in Oceania: A Review
Conclusions: Stroke is a major healthcare problem in Oceania. Variations in stroke epidemiology are found between countries in Oceania. Data are lacking in some; more research into the burden of stroke in Oceania is needed. With the expected increase in life expectancy and vascular risk factors, the burden of stroke in Oceania will likely rise. Some of the disparities in stroke burden may be addressed by great investment in healthcare.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 18, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Characterization of Traumatic Brain Injury Research in the Middle East and North Africa Region: A Systematic Review
Conclusions: Despite its clinical, social, and economic burden, the evidence of TBI research in the MENA region is scarce. Further research and high-quality epidemiological studies are urgently needed to gain a deep understanding of the TBI burden in the region, facilitate the allocation of adequate resources, implement effective preventive and intervention strategies and advise on the TBI patient management as reflective on the TBI patterns and modes.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 10, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Consultations Decline for Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack, and Myocardial Infarction during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Germany
Conclusion: Although the decline in the number of patients presenting with stroke, TIA, and MI was not as noticeable in the ambulatory sector as it was in the area of emergency hospital-based care, our data indicate that the COVID-19 pandemic affected all sectors within the medical care system.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - February 2, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophies ’ Prevalence in MD STAR < b > < i > net < /i > < /b > Surveillance Sites: An Examination of Racial and Ethnic Differences
Conclusions: In males aged 5 –9 years, compared to the prevalence of DBMD in NH whites, prevalence in NH blacks and NH AIAN/API was lower and higher in Hispanics. All methods produced similar prevalence estimates; however, method 1 produced narrower confidence intervals and method 2 produced fewer zero prevalence estimates th an the other two methods.Neuroepidemiology (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - January 21, 2021 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Contents Vol. 54, 2020
Neuroepidemiology 2020;54:I –VI (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - December 9, 2020 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Acknowledgement to Referees
Neuroepidemiology 2020;54:513 –514 (Source: Neuroepidemiology)
Source: Neuroepidemiology - December 9, 2020 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
Neuroepidemiology: Perspectives from Africa
This article highlights specific points on needs as found and provides suggestions and recommendations on the way forward. The study was conducted in Nigeria through a network named ANDEN. Questionnaires were administered through all neuroscience-related platforms. Ninety-two respondents completed the questionnaires properly. Most respondents were yo ung scientists with bachelors’ and master’s level of training and were almost equally divided between males and females. Their responses were analysed and presented as descriptive statistics and thematic summary of free responses. The interest of these African neuroscienti...
Source: Neuroepidemiology - December 4, 2020 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research
