Localisation and stimulation of the parietal eye field.

Localisation of the human parietal eye fields (PEF) has not been as well studied as the human frontal eye fields (FEF). Stimulation studies in rhesus monkeys have suggested the localisation of the PEF to be within the intraparietal sulcus. Functional MRI studies have demonstrated this region to be highly active and potentially connected in saccadic and gaze shifting tasks.

Usefulness and yield of routine electroencephalogram: a retrospective study.

Background: The electroencephalogram (EEG) is a common diagnostic tool used to investigate patients for various indications including seizure disorders.

Aims: To investigate factors that predict the presence of epileptiform abnormalities on EEG and review the common indications for ordering an EEG.

Methods: We retrospectively reviewed all routine adult EEG performed in a hospital over a 6-month period.

Single centre observational study on antibiotic prescribing adherence to clinical practice guidelines for treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection.

Background: Urinary tract infections are one of the most common infections encountered in ambulatory care and the inpatient setting. Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern in healthcare worldwide and has been described by the World Health Organisation as one of the key global health issues facing our generation. The objective of this study was to evaluate antibiotic prescribing adherence to national therapeutic guidelines for patients with uncomplicated urinary tract infection.