The gut microbiome plays an important role in immune function and has been implicated in
multiple sclerosis (MS). However, how and if the modulation of microbiota can prevent or …

In a recent paper [1]. L. Harper discussed the following problem. Given a cube in n
dimensions, how shall the integers from 0 to 2"-1 be assigned to the vertices of this n-cube in …

Background: Despite good outcomes reported with minimally invasive, subfascial
endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS), some patients demonstrate poor healing or …

Exposure to airborne particles is associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and
mortality. During the combustion of chlorine-containing hazardous materials and fuels …

Background Color Doppler ultrasound (CDUS) has not been routinely used in plastic and
reconstructive surgery. Barriers to use have included large, cumbersome equipment, low …

Background: Optimal surgical outcomes in autogenous breast reconstruction require a
balance between the reliability of older transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous …

Recent reports of transient neurologic deficits have raised concern about the potential
toxicity of single-dose spinal 5% lidocaine in 7.5% dextrose. Two cases of volunteers who …

Six patients with severe postural cerebellar tremor were studied in a double-blind, placebo-
controlled, crossover trial with isoniazid. Each phase of the study lasted 4 weeks, and in the …

Background Risk factors associated with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) severity in
patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) have been described. Recent improvements in …

Background Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a well-recognized symptom of multiple sclerosis
(MS), yet its clinical characteristics related to MS subtype is poorly studied. Our aim was to …