Evidence-based review of primary and secondary ischemic stroke prevention in adults: a neurosurgical perspective.

In this paper, the authors' aim is to provide an evidence-based review of primary and secondary ischemic stroke prevention guidelines covering most of the common risk factors and stroke etiologies for the practicing neurosurgeon. The key to stroke prevention is in the identification and treatment of the major risk factors for stroke. These include hypertension, heart disease, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, and tobacco smoking.

Histamine H(3) receptor (H(3)R) antagonists and inverse agonists in the treatment of sleep disorders.

After the discovery and characterization of the H(3)R and H(4)R receptors, they have become widely anticipated as potential therapeutic agents in the treatment of sleep disorders. In preliminary studies, histamine H(3) receptor (H(3)R) antagonists and inverse agonists have demonstrated promise in the treatment of sleep disorders associated with excessive daytime sleepiness. This review article summarizes the current research in this area and characteristics of H(3)R and H(3)R antagonists and inverse agonists in development.