In many if not most cases, neurologists can diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS) on the basis of symptoms, along with an MRI scan of the brain and spinal cord. But when results aren’t conclusive, they ...
Biochemical markers in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) are proving increasingly useful in clinical diagnosis and research, but having people agree to a lumbar puncture can be a challenge, particularly in ...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - An X-ray-guided spinal tap -- a procedure in which a small needle is inserted into the patient's lower spine to retrieve cerebrospinal fluid -- carries higher risks for ...