Neuro Flashcards

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what differentiates between stroke and TIA?

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Stroke, symptoms lasting for > 24 hours

TIA, symptoms lasting < 24 hours

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what is crescendo TIA

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> 2 TIA in 1 week

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aetiology of ischaemic infarction

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small vessel occlusion or thrombosis in situ
cardiac emboli –> AF, endocarditis
atherothoromboembolism eg carotids
vasculitis

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aetiology of haemorrhagic infarction

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CNS bleeding –> HTN, ruptured aneurysm, anticoagulation, thrombolysis

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what are some rapid recognition screening tools which can be used to identify stroke

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in primary care - FAST - face, arm, speech, test (any focal neuro loss)

in ER - ROSIER

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what are the different types of stroke according to oxford/Bamford classification for ischaemic stroke

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total anterior circulation syndrome
Partial anterior circualtion syndrome
Posterior circulation syndrome
Lacunar syndrome

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what are the criteria for total anterior circulation syndrome

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must have all 3

1) unilateral weakness +/- a sensory deficit of face, arm or leg
2) homonymous hemianopia
3) high cognitive unction - dysphagia, visuospatial disorder

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what are the criteria for partial anterior circulation syndrome

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must have 2

1) unilateral weakness +/- a sensory deficit of face, arm or leg
2) homonymous hemianopia
3) high cognitive unction - dysphagia, visuospatial disorder

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what are the criteria for posterior circulation syndrome

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1 of the following:
cerebellar or brainsteam syndrome - Webner’s syndrome etc
Cranial nerve palsy and a contralateral motor/sensory deficit
Bilateral motor/sensory deficit
loss of consciousness
isolated homonymous hemianopia
Conjugate eye movement disorder – gaze palsy
Cerebellar dysfunction – ataxia, nystagmus, vertigo

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clinical features of TIA

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•	Suspect TIA if sudden onset focal neurological deficit which has completely resolved within 24 hrs
	Unilateral weakness or sensory loss.
	Dysphasia.
	Ataxia, vertigo, or incoordination.
	Syncope.
	Sudden transient loss of vision in one eye (amaurosis fugax). 
	Homonymous hemianopia.
	Cranial nerve defects.
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clinical features of stroke

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o Weakness − sudden loss of strength in the face or limbs.
o Sensory loss – paraesthesia or numbness.
o Speech problems such as dysarthria.
o Visual problems – normally homonymous hemianopsia
o Dizziness, vertigo or loss of balance — isolated dizziness is not usually a symptom of TIA.
o Specific cranial nerve deficits such as unilateral tongue weakness or Horner’s syndrome (miosis, ptosis, and facial anhidrosis).
o Inattention/neglect
o Confusion, altered level of consciousness and coma.
o Difficulty with fine motor co-ordination and gait.
o Neck or facial pain (associated with arterial dissection).
o Initially flacid and no reflexes then Spasticity +/- clonus, ↑ tendon reflexes
o Weakness in extensors of arms and flexors of legs = hemiplegic gait – UMN lesion
o Posterior circulation strokes:
 Acute, persistent continuous vertigo
 Dizziness with nystagmus
 N+V
 Head motion intolerance
 New gait unsteadiness

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what are the criteria for Lacunar syndrome

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1 of the following

  • unilateral weakness +/- sensory deficit of face and arm and leg or all 3
  • pure sensory stroke
  • ataxic hemiparesis
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what are some differentials for stroke

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Bell’s palsy - don’t have forehead sparing

migraines - with aura, aura without headache etc

Metabolic causes - hypo/hypergycaemia, hypocalcemia

MS
epilepsy
blackouts/syncope
subdural haemorrhage (trauma-related)

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what are the criteria for immediate CT head (next available slot or within 1 hour)?

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  • indications for thrombolysis or early anticoagulation treatment
  • on anticoagulant treatment/known bleeding tendency
  • GCS < 13
  • unexplained progressive or fluctuating symptoms
  • papilloedema, neck stiffness or fever
  • severe headache at onset of stroke symptoms
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what is the management of an ischaemic stroke

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thrombolysis with altepase (IV) - within 4.5 hours of symptoms onset

CT head again at 24 hours after alteplase

aspirin 300mg from Day 2 for 2 weeks

SALT team involvement for swallowing assessment

early mobilisation

screen for malnutrition

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what happens if alteplase cannot be given

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300mg aspirin for 2 weeks

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what specialist managements are there for stroke

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maintenance or restoration of homeostasis

  • O2 if stats < 95%
  • BM between 4 -11
  • IV insulin and glucose for DM pts
  • antihypertensive therapy only in hypertensive emergency
  • consider BP reduction to 185/110 to lower
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Pharmacological management of ischaemic stroke

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aspirin 300mg for 2 weeks from alteplase then switch to clopidogrel 75mg long-term

statin - start 48 hours after alteplase if not already on it

warfarin/dabigatran if potential causes of cardiac thromboembolism (AF, prosthetic valves)

defer antihypertensive for 1-2 weeks as inc BP can be physiological

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what are some management for hemorrhagic stroke which can be carried by the neurosurgeons?

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decompressive hemicraniectomy for MCA infarct

intracerebral haemorrhage - surgery for hydrocephalus, combination of prothrombin and Vit K in patients on anticoagulants

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definition of meningitis

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viral or bacterial infection to the meninges of the brain

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what is the bacterial cause of meningitis in neonates

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Listeria

Group B streptococcus

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what is the bacterial cause of meningitis in infants/young children

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H.influenza

strep. pneumoniae

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what is the bacterial cause of meningitis in adult

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strep. pneumoniae

Neisseria meningitis

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what are some viral causes of meningitis

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herpes
enterovirus
varicella zoster

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clinical features of meningitis in children and adult
headache fever N+V photophobia neck stiffness altered consciousness - confusion seizure • focal neurological signs  non-reactive pupil, abnor of ocular motility, abnor visual fields, gaze palsy, arm or leg drift • non-blanching rash  meningococcal meningitis • Kernig’s sign – pain in lower back or back of thigh on extension of knee when hip is flexed at 90 degree • Brudzinski’s sign – forced flexi of the neck elicit a reflex flexion of the hips
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clinical features of meningitis in neonates and babies
non-specific signs and symptoms - hypotonia, poor feeding, lethargy, hypothermia, bulging fontanelle
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investigation for meningitis
``` LP + blood culture (prior to abx) blood glucose pneumococcal and meningococcal PCR FBC, U&E, CRP, LFT, Clotting, VBG viral PCR serum HIV ```
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what does the lumbar puncture show if bacterial meningitis
``` cloudy appearance inc protein reduce glucose inc WCC and neutrophils dominant culture - usually +ve ```
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what does the lumbar puncture show if viral meningitis
``` clear appearance normal protein level normal glucose level inc WCC lymphocytes usually can not be cultured ```
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management of meningitis
if discovered in the community --> IV/IM benylpenicillin < 1 year - 300mg 1-9 years - 600 mg > 10 - 1200mg if discover in the hospital < 3 months - cefotaxime + amoxicillin (cover listeria contracted during pregnancy from mother) > 3 months - ceftriaxone or cefotaxime Dexamethasone for 4 days can help reduce inflammation and preserve hearing in children • Single dose ciprofloxacin for close contact within 7 days prior to the onset of symptoms. public health notifiable
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what prophylaxis do you provide with those who had close contact with a patient who is confirmed to have bacterial meningitis
single-dose ciprofloxacin
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what is another name for acute confusional state
delirium - alternating cognition with a fluctuating course
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what is the ICD-10 definition for acute confusional state
Aetiology non-specific syndrome characterised by concurrent disturbances of consciousness and attention, perception, thinking, memory, psychomotor behaviour, emotion and the sleep-wake cycle (that is) transient and of fluctuating intensity.
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causes of acute confusional state?
PINCH ME ``` pain infection nutririon/electrolyte imbalance/meatbolic disturbances constipation hydration ``` medications environmental
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RF for acute confusional state
* Age > 65 * Hospitalisation * Dementia * Frailty/multiple co-morbidities * Significant injuries such as hip fracture * Functional impairment (for example immobility and the use of physical restraint’s) * Hx of /current excess alcohol use * Sensory impairment * Poor nutrition * Lack of stimulation * Terminal phase of illness
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clinical features of acute confusional state
``` acute onset fluctuating course (lucid interval during day and worse at night) 2 types - hypoactive/hyperactive ``` cognitive/consciousness - clouded, poor concentration, confusion, slow response, memory and language impairment inattention - person is easily distractible and have difficulty focusing disorganised thinking perception - visual and auditory hallucination possible physical if hypoactive - more lethargic, reduced mobility, lack interest in daily activities, reduced appetite, become quiet and withdrawn if hyperactive - increased sensitivity to their immediate surroundings with agitation, restlessness, sleep disturbance, and hyper-vigilance. Restlessness and wandering are common. social - lack of co-operation with a reasonable request, withdrawal or alterations in communication, mood, and attitude
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investigation for acute confusional state
initial screening - history (both patient and collateral hix to assess acute onset and fluctuating course) assess cognition - AMTS A-E assessment - full assessment looking for signs of infection and any other causes for deirium confusion bloods- FBC, U&E, LFT, TFT, Ca2+, glucose, B12, folate, CRP/ESR, syphilis urine dip +/- urine drug screen review medication charts
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management of acute confusional state
biological - identify any underlying causes - supportive management eg hydration, nutrition, address pain, restrict use of catheters - antipsychotics or sedation in pt who are aggressive (haloperidol/olanzapine) - Benzo for alcohol withdrawal (delirium tremens) psychological - Identify and treat reversible cause e.g. dementia. - Supportive: safety, encourage engagement reminders of time, orientation, familiar objects/people, maintain a sleep-wake cycle, calm manner, avoid physical restraints, encourage them to walk. social - - Minimise change and moving of environment. - Control environment e.g. single room, quiet. - Control disruptive behaviours which may harm other patients - No driving until delirium has resolved
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definition of subarachnoid hemorrhage
bleeding into the subarachnoid space (between the pica and archnoid matter) --> usually result of ruptured cerebral aneurysm
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aetiology of subarachnoid hemorrhage
rupture of berry aneurysm (circle of willis)
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RF for subarchnoid haemorrhage
``` hypertesnion smoking excessive alcohol consumption cocaine use female 45-70 yrs old black FHx sickle cell anaemia Av malformation, coarctation of aorta PCKD, ehlers danlos, marfans neurofibromatosis ```
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clinical features of subarchnoid haemorrhage
sudden onset thunderclap headache - occurs during strenuous activity eg exercise/sex depressed/loss of consciousness CN3 compression - eyelid dropping, diplopia with mydriasis, orbital pain papilloedema, retinal bleed meningism - stiff neck photophobia, N+V +ve Kernig (extend leg pain) and Brudzinski (bow) neuro signs - speech changes, weakness, seizures
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investigation for subarachnoid hemorrhage
non-contrast CT head - if SAH - blood around the circle of willis ie starfish of death FBC, U&E, LFT, Clotting, BM (hypoglycemia) ECG - arrythmia, prolong QT, ST segement, tall T-wave LP - if CT inconclusive & after 12 hours - red cell count high + xanthochromic, 3 samples needed CT angiography - once confirmed SAH to look for bleeds location for fixation prep
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management of SAH
A-E assessment, urgent referral to a specialist neurosurgical unit. monitor CNS, BP, pupils, GCS anaesthetist if GCS < 8 fluid to inc cerebral perfusion (aim system > 160) nimodipine (Ca antagonist) to dec vasospasm and cerebral ischaemia risk dexamethason - dec cerebral oedema analgesia and anetiemtics antiepileptic - treat seizures surgery to treat aneurysm - endovascular coiling, Stents, Ballon, clipping
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what is the most common complications of SAH
hyponatremia - can lead to arrhythmia - cardiac arrest
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definition of sub-dural haematoma
collection of blood between the dural and arachnoid covering of the brain
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aetiology of sub-dural haematoma
* Most common cause = trauma (in both Acute and chronic) * Rupture of a cerebral aneurysm (less common) * Vascular malformation – AV malformation or dural fistula * All of the above  damage to the bridging vein leading to subdural bleeds * Common in elderly and alcoholics
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what are the different classification of subdural haematoma
* Acute  < 3 days old, diffusely hyperdense * Subacute  3-21 days old, heterogeneously hyperdense/isodense * Chronic  > 21 days, diffusely hypodense * Acute-on-chronic  areas of hyperdensity within hypodense haematoma
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clinical feaures of subdural haematoma
* Physical signs of trauma * Headache – inc intracranial pressure * N+V – inc intracranial pressure * Diminished eye response  anisocoria (unequal pupil response, can be a sign of brainstem herniation) * Reduced GCS * Confusion * LOC * Seizures * Loss of bowel and bladder continence * Localised weakness * Sensory changes * Speech or vision changes * Otorrhoea – basal skull fracture * Rhinorrhoea – basal skull fracture
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investigation for a subdural haematoma
non-contrast CT  banana shaped (crescentic in shape and can cross suture line), density of the lesion = age of haematoma * MRI scan  can help to determine the degree of damage * Plain skull X-ray  possible skull fracture
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Mx of acute sub-dural haematoma
If < 10 mm size, midline shift < 5mm non-expansile without significant neuro dysfunction o Observation + monitoring (cerebral pressure monitoring) o Prophylactic antiepileptics (7 days) phenyton or levetiracetam o Correct any anticoagulant used eg warfrain o Lower intracranial pressure  bed head @ 30 degree, adequate analgesia and sedation, hyperosmolar therapy (to draw fluid back into serum), mannitol (osmotic diuretis) If > 10 mm, midline shift > 5mm or expansile or significant neuro dysfunction o Surgery  what type of surgery depends on the location of the haematoma  burr hole craniotomy, hemicraniectomy and duraplasty o All of the other observation, monitoring, prophylactic antiepileptics, lower intracranial pressure
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managment of chronic haematoma
* Antiepilictics – phenytoin, levetiracetam * Elective surgery eg twist-drill craniotomy with coninuous catheter drainage * Correction of coagulopathy * Lowering intra-cranial pressure
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definition of extra-dural haematoma
• Collecition of blood in the potential space between the dura and the bone. Can occur in the spinal column
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aetiology of extra-dural haematoma
* Fracutred temporal or parietal bone damaging the middle meningeal artery or vein  blood collecting between the dura and the skull * Trauma to the temple * Dural venous sinuses * Can occur in the spinal olumn – after trauma of epidural anaesthesia or LP
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clinical features of extra-dural hematoma
* Hx of trauma to the head * A lucid period then rapid deterirations  extra-time * Headaches * N+V * Seizures * Bradycardia +/- hypertension  inc intracranial pressure * CSF otorrhea or rhinorrhoea resulting from skull fracture with a tear of the dura * Dec GCS * Unequal pupils  anisocoria * Facial nerve injury * Weakness of limbs * Focial neuro deficit
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investigation for extra-dural hematoma
Plain x-ray  can show skull fracture Cervical spine x-ray  can see the spinal injury and must be excluded Non-enhanced CT head  lenticular shape (lemon) & & can not cross suture line repeat CT head if any deterioration Bloods  FBC, U&Es, coag, group & save
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mx of extradural haematoma
If acute  trauma A-E assessment If subacute  can be treated conservatively + supportive management If intra-cranial pressure inc  IV osmotic diuretics (mannitol), hypertonic saline, positioning of the patient Large haematoma + unstable patient  surgery eg burr holes v.similar to sub-dural haematoma
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definition of seziure
• A transient occurrence of signs and/or symptoms due to abnor excessive or synchronous neuronal activity in the brain’ • Defined by the following  At least 2 unprovoked (or reflex) seizures occurring >24 hours apart  1 unprovoked (or reflex) seizure and a probability of further seizures similar to the general recurrence (at least 60%) after 2 unprovoked seizures, occurring over the next 10 years  Diagnosis of an epilepsy syndrome
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what are the different types of epilepsy?
general - motor general - non-motor eg abscence focal - being aware or impaired awareness unknow onset
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causes of epilepsy
``` anoxia head injuries brain tumors infections - meningitis, encephalitis stroke metabolic abnor - eg hypoglycaemia genetic and congenital malformations ```
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definition of focal epilepsy
 Electrical and clinical manifestations arise from one portion of the brain
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what are the subtypes of focal epilepsy?
focal aware focal impaired awareness
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clinical features of focal seizures
 Either focal aware or focal impaired awareness of seizure  Movement in one side of the body or one part of the body  Premonitory sensation or sequence of sensation  more likely to indicate a focal seizures in temporal lobed  fear, epigastric sensation, déjà vu, jamais vu)  Automatisms  picking at clothes, smacking of the lips  Can develop into bilateral tonic-clonic epilepsy  Can have post-ictal focal neuro deficit  Todd’s paralysis, aphasia
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clinical features of generalized tonic clonic seizures
 LOC with tonic (muscle tensing) and clonic (muscle jerking)  Associated tongue biting, incontinence, groaning, irregular breathing.  Post-ictal- confused, drowsy, irritable, depressed
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clinical features of generalized atonic seizures
 Indicative of lennox gastaut syndrome  Aka drop attacks  Brief lapses of muscle tone  Last around 3 minutes.
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clinical features of generalized myoclonic seizures
 Sudden brief muscle contraction like a “jump” |  Common in children as juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
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clinical features of generalized infantile seizures
West syndrome - 6 months - clusters of full body spasms - might draw leg towards chest
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clinical features of generalized absence seizures
common in children patient becomes blank stares into space and abruptly return to normal - lasting 10-20 seconds - most stop having seizures at older ages
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what are the investigations for epilepsy
• 1st seizure not Ix with EEG. • EEG indicative after unprovoked seizures o EEG- typical patterns in different forms of epilepsy • Bloods  BM, FBC, U&Es, urinary drug screen, LP and CSF analysis (evidence of infection) • CT head – any structural/stroke • MRI brain: structural abnormalities. • Can do video/EEG long-term monitoring
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management of generalised tonic clonic, atonic, myoclonic and absence epilepsy
1st line - sodium valporate 2nd line - lamotrigine 3rd line - dual therapy avoid carbamazepine in myoclonic and absence - can exacerbate the symptoms avoid sodium valproate in pregnancy, but can continue using it if other meds trailed and failed
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management of focal epilepsy
1st line - carbamazepine 2nd line - sodium valproate 3rd line - dual therapy 4th line - surgery
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how long do you have to stop driving if you have epilepsy
6 months if one-off seizure | 1 year if multiple seizures
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definition of status epilepticus
seizure klasting > 5 minutes or > 3 seizures in 1 hour
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aetiology of status epilepticus
``` low AED dose stroke alcohol withdrawal anoxic brain injury infection metabolic disturbances - hypoglycaemia ```
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what is the most important thing to do when you see somebody having a seizure?
start a timer + call for help + establish IV access if possible
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management of status epilepticus in the first 0-5 minutes
secure airway - semi-prone position, nasoparyngeal airway start regular monitoring - GCS, pulse, BP, temp, ECG give high concentration oxygen give high potentcy thiamine if there is any suggestion of alcohol abuse or impaired nutrition give glucose if pt is hypoglycaemic
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management of status epilepticus in the 5-20 minutes
if seizures continue, the ngive benzos - if in community, buccal midazolam or rectal diazepam - if IV access established - 4mg lorazepam stats - if no response to 1st benzo after 10-20 minutes, give another dose
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what are the investigations regimen for status epileptics | in 5-20 minutes
bloods - FBC, U&E, LFT, blood gas, calcium, magnesium, CRP, clotting, glucose, anticonvulsant drug levels establish medical history request CXR to assess for possible aspiration request urgent CT head if no previous history of epilepsy or new focal nuerology
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management of status epilepticus at 20-40 minutes
> 30 minutes = satus epilepticus alert anaesthetist and ICU & consider phenytoin. Senior decision
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when should you call an ambulance if someone has a seizure in a GP practice
5 minutes after 1st dose of Benzo + still seizure
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what is the most common aetiology of olfactory nerve damage/lesion
trauma - impact to the lateral and occipital regions intracranial space - occupying lesion
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clinical features of olfactory nerve lesion
anosmia
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what is the most common aetiology of optic nerve damage/lesion
ischaemic optic neuropahty trauma optic nerve glioma amiodarone/ethambutol
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clinical features of olfactory nerve lesion
impaired vision complete transection - ipsilateral blindness and loss of direct pupillary response
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what is the most common aetiology of oculomotor damage/lesion
diabetic cranial mononeuropathy posterior communication artery aneurysm
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clinical of oculomotor nerve lesions
paralyic squint - adduction weakness ptosis the affected eye will have a down and outward appearances horizontal diplopia - worse when head is turned away from the side of nerve palsy
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diagnostic test for oculomotor nerve lesion
if dilated pupil - compressive lesion eg posterior communicating aneurysm - MRI imaging pupillary sparing - ischaemic microangiopathy - assess for RF of atherosclerosis if no improvement in 3 months --> MRI
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management of oculomotor nerve lesion
if compressive lesion - surgery posterior communicating aneurysm - endovascular coiling and clipping
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what is the most common aetiology of damage to trochlear nerve?
microvascular damage Cavernous sinus thrombosis
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clinical features of trochlear nerve damage
affected side --> eyeball drift upward and inward diplopia
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function of cranial nerve 5
trigeminal nerve sensory - 3 branches for the 3 areas of the face . afferent arm of corneal reflex motor - muscle of mastication
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what is the most common aetiology of damage to trigeminal nerve?
inflammation of the nerve cavernous sinus thrombosis
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clinical features of trigeminal nerve damage
inability to feel in all 3 branches of the face eg opthalmic, maxillary and mandibular region jaw deviates towards side of the lesion can get trigeminal neurolgia
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what is the most common aetiology of damage to abducens nerve?
cavernous sinus thrombosis
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clinical featuers of abducen nerve damage
horizontal diplopia esotropia - affected eye in-turning
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what is the commonest facial nerve damage/lesions
trauma Bell's palsy - viral infection leading to temporary dysfunctioning of the nerve
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what is the commonest Vestibulocochlear nerve damage/lesions
Lyme's disease - ticks
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clinical features of vestibulocochlear nerve damage/lesions
sensorineural hearing loss vertigo horizontal nystagmus
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what is the commonest glossopharyngeal nerve damage/lesions
often unknown and rarely a mononeuronal damage
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clinical features of glossopharyngeal nerve damage/lesions
loss of gag reflex loss of carotid sinus reflux sensory loss soft palate, upper phalanx, posterior 1/3 of tongue mild dysphagia
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what is the commonest vagus nerve damage/lesions
trauma DM inflammation aortic anuerysm
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clinical features of vagus nerve damage/lesions
gag reflex absent deviation of uvula away from the the side of lesion epiglottic paralysis dysphage vocal cord paralysis - hoarseness
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what is the commonest accessory nerve damage/lesions
surgeries in the lateral cervical regions
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clinical features of accessory nerve damage/lesions
paralysis of SCM and trapezius
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what is the commonest hypoglossal nerve damage/lesions
tumours trauma
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clinical features of hypoglossal nerve damage
atrophy and fasciculation of the tongue tongue deviates towards the side of lesions
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what are some of the investigations for peripheral nerve injury
clinical examination neurological exmaination of the area/limbs affected eg upper limb neuro exam CT/MRI - evaluation of causes like nerve tumours, avulsions and focal soft tissue pathologies nerve conduction studies
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what are the 2 conditions results from brachial plexus injuries
Erbs' palsy - injury to the upper trunk of the brachial plexus (c5-c6)  Excessive lateral flexion of the neck, physio,  Waiters tip position  Rx: immobilisation in flexion/extension with and abduction brace, physio, surgery klumpke palsy - injury to lower trunk of the brachial plexus (c8-t1)  Hyperabduction of the arm/ compression (Pancoast tumour)  Claw hand  Rx: splint, physio, surgery.
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which nerve is damage if infraspinatus and supraspinatues muscle injury
suprascapular nerve - limited abduction and abbuction and external rotation of the arm shoulder instability
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which nerve is damage if latissimus dorsi and teres major muscle injury
thoracodorsal nerve - limited shoulder retarction, impaired adduction and internal rotation of the arm
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which nerve is damage if serratus anterior muscle injury
long thoracic nerve injury - medial winging of the scapula, impaired abduction of the arm
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which nerve is damage if rhomboid major and minor, levator scapulae muscle injury
dorsal scapular nerve injury - lateral winging of the scapula
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which nerve is damage if gluteus medius and minimus muscle injury
superior gluteal nerve injury - paralysis of gluteus medius and minimus, Tension fascia lata --> Inter hip abduction Positive Trendelenburg sign - lateral pelvic titlt towards the opposite side
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which nerve is damage if Gluteus maximus muscle injury
inferior gluteal nerve - paralysis of gluteus maximus - impaired thigh extension Standing from sitting position and climbing stairs Backward lunching gate - Trying to use backwards during the heelstrike face in the lane with a weak hip extension forward pelvic tilt
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which nerve is damage if hip flexion is impaired
femoral nerve injury - paralysis of quadricep muscle and anterior medial thigh sensation
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which nerve is damaged if pain and paresthesia on the lateral surface of the anterior thigh
lateral femoral cutaneous nerve
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which nerve is damaged if paralysis of hip adductors
obturator nerve - usually due ot pelvic ring fracture
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which nerve is damaged if paralysis of foot and toe extensor (dorsiflexor)
common peroneal nerve injury - paralysis of foot and toe extensor (dorsiflexors) - foot drop - high-steeping gait impaired pronation of the foot
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which nerve is damage if posteriolateral side of the lower leg, the lateral border of the foot and small area under the heel
sural nerve injury