Astroglia are a broad class of neural parenchymal cells primarily dedicated to homoeostasis
and defence of the central nervous system (CNS). Astroglia contribute to the …

Osteoporosis is a global public health problem, with fractures contributing to significant
morbidity and mortality. Although postmenopausal osteoporosis is most common, up to 30 …

OBJECTIVE Hydrocephalus is one of the most common brain disorders, yet a reliable
assessment of the global burden of disease is lacking. The authors sought a reliable …

A clear, engaging writing style, hundreds of full-color images, and new information
throughout make Volpe's Neurology of the Newborn, 6th Edition, an indispensable resource …

Importance Neural tube defects are among the most common congenital malformations in
the US, with an estimated 3000 pregnancies affected each year. Many of these neural tube …

Background Prenatal repair of myelomeningocele, the most common form of spina bifida,
may result in better neurologic function than repair deferred until after delivery. We …

Folate, an essential micronutrient, is a critical cofactor in one-carbon metabolism. Mammals
cannot synthesize folate and depend on supplementation to maintain normal levels. Low …

Background Following a reduction in global child mortality due to communicable diseases,
the relative contribution of congenital anomalies to child mortality is increasing. Although …

There are many reasons for reviewing the neurology of vitamin-B12 and folic-acid
deficiencies together, including the intimate relation between the metabolism of the two …

The cues governing cardiac cell-fate decisions, cardiac differentiation, and three-
dimensional morphogenesis are rapidly being elucidated. Several themes are emerging that …