Publications by authors named "R T Pinzon"
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- Worldwide, the rise in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly dementia, is linked to an aging population, prompting research into prevention methods like addressing oxidative stress and free radicals.
- Astaxanthin, a marine carotenoid, has shown promise as a protective agent against cognitive decline in numerous animal model studies and is being evaluated in clinical trials involving older adults.
- While statistical support is lacking, many trials reported both subjective and objective improvements in cognitive function with Astaxanthin supplementation, suggesting it could be beneficial for elderly individuals suffering from dementia.
Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors in managing neuropathic pain following spinal and non-spinal surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Clin Neurol Neurosurg
April 2024
Background: While serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) offer promise in managing Post-surgical neuropathic pain (PSNP), uncertainties remain. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and adverse events of SNRIs in managing PSNP.
Methods: Systematic searches of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases up to January 1st 2023 identified randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing SNRIs to placebo for PSNP.
Peripheral neuropathy (PN) often remains undiagnosed (~80%). Earlier diagnosis of PN may reduce morbidity and enable earlier risk factor reduction to limit disease progression. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is the most common PN and the 10 g monofilament is endorsed as an inexpensive and easily performed test for DPN.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe purpose of this study was to demonstrate a case of herpes zoster in the patient. Case report. Herpes zoster ophthalmicus is a rare but well-known cause of CN VI palsy that affects an elderly patient due to a reduction in the immunity to the Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV).
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