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View article: Neuroradiological features of traumatic encephalopathy syndrome using MRI and FDG-PET imaging: a case series in Australia
Neuroradiological features of traumatic encephalopathy syndrome using MRI and FDG-PET imaging: a case series in Australia Open
Objectives: This study examined whether currently existing clinical structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (18FDG-PET) capabilities and board-certified radiologists' reports and inte…
View article: Why the Australian Commonwealth Government has a Central Role in Addressing Concussion Concerns in Australian Sport
Why the Australian Commonwealth Government has a Central Role in Addressing Concussion Concerns in Australian Sport Open
The neurological sequelae of repetitive head impacts (RHIs) in Australian sport has come under intense public scrutiny. Class action litigation against the Australian Football League (AFL) is shaping up to be a ‘battle of the experts’ and …
View article: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) - An Update and Overview
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) - An Update and Overview Open
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a neurodegenerative tauopathy associated with cumulative, prolonged exposure to symptomatic (concussive) or asymptomatic (subconcussive) repetitive head injuries (RHIs). An exposure-response effect…
View article: 2429 Investigating traumatic encephalopathy syndrome (TES) in retired athletes, military personnel and victims of assault with a history of sustained, repetitive mild traumatic brain injury
2429 Investigating traumatic encephalopathy syndrome (TES) in retired athletes, military personnel and victims of assault with a history of sustained, repetitive mild traumatic brain injury Open
Objectives The SNAP-CTE Study aims to identify features and characteristics of the in-life experience of those who may be suffering from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and correlated Traumatic Encephalopathy Syndrome (TES). A cohor…
View article: Episodic memory impairment in patients with repetitive head injury: Initial findings of the SNAP-CTE cohort study
Episodic memory impairment in patients with repetitive head injury: Initial findings of the SNAP-CTE cohort study Open
Background Traumatic encephalopathy syndrome (TES) is considered a long-term, neurodegenerative consequence of repetitive head injury (RHI). This cohort study aimed to characterise the episodic memory profiles (specifically, immediate and …
View article: Episodic memory deficits are associated with impaired insight in traumatic encephalopathy syndrome: Initial findings of the SNAP-CTE study
Episodic memory deficits are associated with impaired insight in traumatic encephalopathy syndrome: Initial findings of the SNAP-CTE study Open
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) has been identified at post-mortem in Australian football codes players. Detailed and objective clinical and radiological characterization of patients at-risk of sporting and non-sporting repetitive c…
View article: Chronic Neurophysiological Effects of Repeated Head Trauma in Retired Australian Male Sport Athletes
Chronic Neurophysiological Effects of Repeated Head Trauma in Retired Australian Male Sport Athletes Open
Aim: This study investigated the somatosensory and corticomotor physiology of retired contact sport athletes with a history of repeated concussion/subconcussion head trauma. Methods: Retired male athletes with a history of playing contact …
View article: 114 Cognitive impairment in the community: a 16-month audit study of a neurology memory clinic in the inner sydney region
114 Cognitive impairment in the community: a 16-month audit study of a neurology memory clinic in the inner sydney region Open
Introduction Neurodegenerative disease is increasingly common, but neurology service utilisation by this population is unclear. This study presents an integrated metropolitan neurology clinic as a model of care, and examines care pathways …
View article: 117 Employment-activity status and multidisciplinary care engagement in patients with newly diagnosed dementia: a 16-month audit study within an inner sydney community neurology clinic
117 Employment-activity status and multidisciplinary care engagement in patients with newly diagnosed dementia: a 16-month audit study within an inner sydney community neurology clinic Open
Introduction Dementia is one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity in Australia. Attitudes towards dementia in the workplace, tailored adjustments for disability, and patient-centred ‘exit with dignity’ strategies are of objecti…