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The glymphatic system is a recently discovered waste clearance pathway in the brain that plays a crucial role in removin...
21/03/2023

The glymphatic system is a recently discovered waste clearance pathway in the brain that plays a crucial role in removing metabolic waste products and other harmful substances from the brain. The term "glymphatic" is a combination of the words "glial" and "lymphatic", referring to the two types of cells that make up this system.

The glymphatic system consists of a network of specialized cells called astrocytes, which surround blood vessels in the brain and form a complex network of channels through which cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flows. This fluid helps to flush out waste products from the brain, including amyloid-beta protein, which is associated with Alzheimer's disease.

The glymphatic system is most active during sleep, when the brain's metabolic activity decreases and CSF flow increases. It has been suggested that disruptions in the glymphatic system may contribute to the development of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Research into the glymphatic system is ongoing, and scientists are working to better understand its functions and how it can be harnessed to improve brain health. Some potential applications of this system include the development of new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases and the optimization of brain function during sleep.

With great pleasure I would like to share with you my latest publication!
10/06/2020

With great pleasure I would like to share with you my latest publication!

14/05/2020
14/05/2020

Si estás buscando los costos de una Cirugía de Columna queremos guiarte para que tengas en mente qué cosas influyen al momento de que un cirujano de columna te brinde una cotización.

No existen costos establecidos, ya que hay muchos factores que lo van a definir, estos son los más importantes:

El tipo de procedimientos que te vayas a realizar, ya que hay procedimientos invasivos y procedimientos no invasivos.
Estudios previos que debes realizarte antes de proceder por tu seguridad, tu cirujano te preguntará tu historial médico para poder establecer cuáles necesitas.
Tratamientos complementarios previos a tu cirugía, por si requieres controlar tu presión arterial, glucosa, dejar de fumar, etc. todo ello con el fin de evitar complicaciones.
Medicamentos que usarás para la recuperación, como antiinflamatorios, analgésicos, antibóticos, etc. que harán tu recuperación segura y efectiva.
El tipo de anestesia que se requiera.
El equipo de cirugía que asista y acompañe a tu cirujano, entre ellos, enfermeras, asistentes, instrumentista, internista, etc.
El costo que el hospital realice tanto en el uso de la sala de cirugía o si requieres estar algunas horas o días en observación en el mismo.
No es lo mismo el costo de la cirugía en un hospital a una clínica. Algunos doctores cuentan con ambas opciones, puedes considerarlo y preguntarlo de acuerdo con la complejidad del procedimiento.
Es muy importante que realices un proceso adecuado de búsqueda e investigación antes de elegir el procedimiento que quieres realizarte y con el neurocirujano con quien vas a asistir. Te recomendamos lo siguiente:

1. Asegúrate que tu neurocirujano se encuentra Certificado por el colegio de médicos y cirujanos.

2. Investiga sobre procedimientos previos y opiniones de pacientes.

3. Asiste a una consulta de valoración, es importante que presencialmente se consulten y resuelvan todas tus dudas.

Esto es una decisión que no debe ser tomada a la ligera, un buen cirujano de columna siempre verá por tu salud, recomendando el procedimiento menos invasivo y con mayores posibilidades de resolución de tu enfermedad.
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More important evidence arising from repetitive head injury in athletes...
26/10/2017

More important evidence arising from repetitive head injury in athletes...

How medicine, sports and society are trying to heal and protect the brains of millions amidst the growing awareness of the long-lasting effects of traumatic head injury

24/07/2017

Minimally invasive spine surgery for treatment of herniated disks. www.icneuro.com

Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), does not involve a long incision, it avoids significant damage to the muscles s...
14/12/2016

Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), does not involve a long incision, it avoids significant damage to the muscles surrounding the spine. In most cases, this results in less pain after surgery and a faster recovery.

Spine surgery is typically recommended only when a period of nonsurgical treatment — such as medications and physical therapy — has not relieved the painful symptoms caused by your back problem. In addition, surgery is only considered if your doctor can pinpoint the exact source of your pain, such as a herniated disk or spinal stenosis.

Cervical artificial disk replacement technology  treatment is an effective alternative to spinal fusion in patients with...
06/11/2016

Cervical artificial disk replacement technology treatment is an effective alternative to spinal fusion in patients with degenerative disk disease. For more inquiries please contact us.

The Synthes ProDisc-C is an option your doctor may consider to decompress a pinched nerve in the spine. This can help relieve pain in your neck or arms by re...

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