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Near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), is a non-invasive method for the measurement of blood flow in tissues, first used for cerebral tissue oxygenation in 1977. NIRS is a spectroscopic technique, which uses electromagnetic waves (700-950nm), an emitter and a detector. In the last 20 years there was an
BACKGROUND
Near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is a non-invasive method for the measurement of blood flow in tissues, first used for cerebral tissue oxygenation in 1977. 1 NIRS is a spectroscopic technique, which uses electromagnetic waves (700-950nm), an emitter and a detector. In the last 20 years
Hypertension has become one of the most common diseases in the world and considered a public health challenge due to its association with morbidity and mortality and increased cost to society. Hypertension is the most important risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease,
After identification and trial entry, we will complete intake questionnaire to determine what type of vestibular migraine category the patients qualify for, a standard of care office visit with history and physical (Standard of Care) to review symptoms and previous treatment, patients height and
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a chronic disorder occurring in 2-3% of the population. BPD is accompanied by high levels of co-existing psychiatric and physical disorders. One key predictor is persistent and recurring major depressive disorder.
Since BPD is most closely linked with mood
Schizophrenia is a chronic, debilitating disorder with life-long consequences on affected individuals and families. Schizophrenia is also associated with impaired cognition or thinking, which persists despite currently available treatments, and is an important determinant of quality of life and
Chronic daily headache (CDH) is a common and extremely disabling pain syndrome with a recent estimated point prevalence of 2.98% of the general population1 Other studies estimate a prevalence of 4.1% and 4.7% with a higher prevalence in women of 9%.2,3 The condition is disabling and is a major cause
RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
1. SPECIFIC AIM 1: To assess the efficacy of sertraline in preventing posttraumatic stress disorder in children aged 6-20 after a burn, injury or reconstructive surgery following a burn injury.
2. SPECIFIC AIM 2: To assess the efficacy of sertraline in preventing