An approach to... CT head interpretation in ED

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I think you could probably go back and track the stages of grief, probably that is what I went through. But I think if you do it right, you end up at acceptance. And that's where I ended up. And that's not to say that I've fully accepted the idea that the golden toad is extinct. Personally, I do still hold out hope that it could still be out there in those forests." - Trevor Ritland This conversation is with Trevor Ritland, who—along with his twin brother Kyle—authored The Golden Toad . The book chronicles their remarkable journey into Costa Rica’s cloud forest, once home to hundreds of brilliant golden toads that would emerge for just a few weeks each year—until, one day, they vanished without a trace. What began as a search for a lost species soon became something much more profound: a confrontation with ecological grief, a meditation on hope, and a powerful call to protect the natural world while we still can. Links: SpeciesUnite.com Kyle and Trevor: https://kyleandtrevor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventureterm/ Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/222249677-the-golden-toad Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Golden-Toad-Ecological-Mystery-Species/dp/163576996…

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In this episode with Dr Mills, Consultant Neuroradiologist, we discuss acute imaging taken in the AED from a patient presenting with a thunderclap headache. See the Neuropodcases website for the accompanying video - www.neuropodcases.co.uk

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Genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease with Prof. Julie Williams 37:35

4 weeks ago37:35

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In this episode of our Neuroscience Research series, Filippo Dall'Armellina and Dr Michael Cearns speak with Professor Julie Williams (Cardiff University), a leading figure in the genetics of Alzheimer’s disease. Prof. Williams also co-hosts “In Two Minds” with Justine Pickering, so be sure to check it out. Research highlights: - Paper 1: Harold D et al. (2009). Genome-wide association study identifies variants at CLU and PICALM associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Nature Genetics. [PMID: 19734902]. - Paper 2: Sims R et al. (2017). Rare coding variants in PLCG2, ABI3, and TREM2 implicate microglial-mediated innate immunity in Alzheimer’s disease. Nature Genetics. [PMID: 28714976].…

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Genetic Causes of ALS/FTD with Prof. Isaacs 33:07

21 weeks ago33:07

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In this episode of our Neuroscience Research series, hosts Filippo Dall'Armellina and Michael Cearns welcome Professor Adrian Isaacs (UCL), who investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying FTD and ALS. Research Highlights: - Paper 1: Mizielinska S, et al. C9orf72 repeat expansions cause neurodegeneration in Drosophila through arginine-rich proteins. Science, 2014. [PMID: 25103406] - Paper 2: Kempthorne L, et al. Dual-targeting CRISPR-CasRx reduces C9orf72 ALS/FTD sense and antisense repeat RNAs in vitro and in vivo. Nat Commun., 2025. [PMID: 39779704] - Paper 3: Giblin A, et al. Neuronal polyunsaturated fatty acids are protective in ALS/FTD. Nat Neurosci., 2025. [PMID: 40000803]…

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Functional neurological disorder 45:37

25 weeks ago45:37

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In this episode we are joined by Dr Ingrid Hoeritzauer to discuss her approach to the diagnosis and management of functional neurological disorders.

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Neurodevelopmental disorders with Prof. Michele Jacob 36:21

34 weeks ago36:21

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In the fourth episode of our Neuroscience Research series, hosts Filippo Dall'Armellina and Dr. Michael Cearns are joined by Prof. Michele Jacob, Professor of Neuroscience at Tufts University. Prof. Jacob’s research focuses on autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental disorders. Her work spans basic biology, including the Wnt/β-catenin signalling pathway, as well as electrophysiological studies and preclinical mouse models. Together, we discuss groundbreaking evidence for therapeutic interventions targeting conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and the rare CTNNB1 syndrome. Research Highlights from the Episode: - Paper 1: Alexander JM, et al. Excessive β-Catenin in Excitatory Neurons Results in Reduced Social and Increased Repetitive Behaviors and Altered Expression of Multiple Genes Linked to Human Autism. Front Synaptic Neurosci. 2020 Mar 31; PMID: 32296324. - Paper 2: Alexander JM, et al. Inhibition of GSK3α,β Rescues Cognitive Phenotypes in a Preclinical Mouse Model of CTNNB1 Syndrome. EMBO Mol Med. 2024 Sep; PMID: 39103699. 🧠 #NeuroscienceResearch X/Twitter: @NPodcases Visit the Neuro Podcases website: neuropodcases.co.uk…

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Brain injury in Covid-19 with Ben Michael 36:06

36 weeks ago36:06

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In this episode of our Neuroscience Research series, hosts Filippo Dall'Armellina and Dr. Michael Cearns engage in a fascinating conversation with Professor Ben Michael, Director of The Brain Infection & Inflammation Group at the University of Liverpool. Together, they delve into the emerging field of neuro-COVID and Covid-19 associated neurological complications, exploring the ongoing research and the challenges of understanding this novel and complex topic. Research Highlights: - Needham EJ, et al. Brain injury in COVID-19 is associated with dysregulated innate and adaptive immune responses. Brain. 2022. - Michael BD, et al. Para-infectious brain injury in COVID-19 persists at follow-up despite attenuated cytokine and autoantibody responses. Nat Commun. 2023. - Wook GK, et al. Post-hospitalisation COVID-19 cognitive deficits at one year are global and associated with elevated brain injury markers and grey matter volume reduction. Nat Med. 2024. Thank you for listening! Follow and share on X/Twitter: @NPodcases Check out the Neuro Podcases website: neuropodcases.co.uk #NeuroScienceResearch #Neuroscience #ClinicalNeuroscience #BrainHealth #Neurology #MedicalEducation #MedTwitter #BrainMatters #Brain #Nature…

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Surgical trials and meningiomas with Prof. Michael Jenkinson 28:53

40 weeks ago28:53

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In this episode of our Neuroscience Research series, hosts Filippo Dall'Armellina and Michael Cearns engage in a compelling discussion with Professor Michael Jenkinson, Chair of Surgical Trials at the University of Liverpool. They explore his pioneering work in surgical trials to understand meningiomas, a type of brain tumours. Research Highlights from the Episode: - IMPACT study publication: Islim AI, et al. External validation and recalibration of an incidental meningioma prognostic model - IMPACT. BMJ Open. 2022. - STOP'EM trial. Learn more about it at https://www.fundingawards.nihr.ac.uk/award/NIHR129748. 🧠 #NeuroscienceResearch X/twitter @NPodcases Neuro Podcases Website at neuropodcases.co.uk…

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A-Z on epilepsy with Prof. Tony Marson 22:10

40 weeks ago22:10

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In this inaugural episode of our Neuroscience Research series, hosts Filippo Dall'Armellina and Michael Cearns are joined by Professor Tony Marson who leads the Liverpool Epilepsy Research Group and is a honorary consultant neurologist at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust. Together, they explore Professor Marson's career in epilepsy research, answering practical questions in the field. Research Highlights from the Episode: - Paper 1: Terman SW, et al. Variation in seizure risk increases from antiseizure medication withdrawal among patients with well-controlled epilepsy: A pooled analysis. Epilepsia Open. 2024. - Paper 2: Mayer J, et al. Epilepsy and the risk of adverse cardiovascular events: A nationwide cohort study. Eur J Neurol. 2024. 🧠 #NeuroscienceResearch X/twitter @NPodcases Neuro Podcases Website at neuropodcases.co.uk…

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From bench to bedside on HSV encephalitis with Dr. Laura Bricio Moreno 21:02

40 weeks ago21:02

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In this podcast episode we are joined by Dr. Laura Bricio Moreno, a postdoc research fellow at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Harvard Medical School. The discussion focuses on the pathogenesis of HSV-1 encephalitis as well as some of the pre-clinical research currently being undertaken in this field.…

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How To Think Like A Neurologist 33:34

46 weeks ago33:34

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In this episode we are joined by Dr Ethan Meltzer to discuss how his approach to clinical reasoning in Neurology. Further information on his book can be found at the following link https://global.oup.com/academic/product/how-to-think-like-a-neurologist-9780197576663?cc=gb&lang=en&

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Diagnosis and management of MS 26:47

2 years ago26:47

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In this episode we are joined by Dr Mirasol Forcadela to discuss diagnosis and management of patients presenting with MS

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Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder 23:03

2 years ago23:03

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In this episode we are joined by Dr Mirasol Forcadela to discuss Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder

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Clinical Pearls in Cognitive Neurology 44:26

2 years ago44:26

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In this episode we are joined by Cognitive Neurologist Dr Christopher Kyndt to discuss his top tips for diagnostic assessment of patients presenting to cognitive clinic.

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CNS infections - Encephalitis 23:30

2 years ago23:30

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In this two part series on CNS infection we are joined by Dr Mark Ellul to discuss an approach to Meningitis and Encephalitis

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CNS Infection - Meningitis 39:07

2 years ago39:07

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In this episode we are joined by Dr Mark Ellul to discuss the topic of Meningitis

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Neuro-Opthalmology 37:45

3 years ago37:45

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In this episode we are joined by Consultant Neurologist and Neuro-opthalmologist Dr Sui Wong.

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An approach to... Ischaemic stroke in young adults 26:21

3 years ago26:21

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In this episode we are joined by Dr Regan Cooley to discuss his approach to a young patient presenting with ischaemic stroke.

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An approach to... Myopathy 49:13

3 years ago49:13

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In this episode we are joined by Senior Clinical Lecturer and Consultant Neurologist Dr James Lilleker to discuss how he approaches the patient presenting with a suspected myopathy

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Stroke prevention - role of carotid endarterectomy 23:17

3 years ago23:17

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In this episode we are joined by Consultant vascular surgeon Mr Jagjeeth Naik to discuss the topic of carotid endarterectomy in secondary stroke prevention

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Status Epilepticus 25:22

3 years ago25:22

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In this episode we are joined by Professor Hannah Cock to discuss the topic of Status Epilepticus

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Cases from... the general neurology clinic 38:09

4 years ago38:09

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In this episode we are joined by Consultant Neurologist Dr John Williamson to discuss some of the common referrals seen in general neurology clinic.

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An approach to... Paraproteinaemic neuropathy 42:57

4 years ago42:57

42:57

In this episode we are joined by Dr Stephen Keddie to discuss the topic of paraproteinaemic neuropathy

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Cauda equina syndrome 34:46

4 years ago34:46

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In this episode we are joined by Mr Carlton-Bland to discuss the diagnosis of cauda equine syndrome

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Cases from... The neuro ICU 45:03

4 years ago45:03

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In this episode we are joined by consultant anaesthetist Dr Jed Smith to discuss common clinical scenarios encountered on the Neuro ICU.

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An approach to... nerve conduction studies 40:04

4 years ago40:04

40:04

In this episode we are joined by Consultant Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist Dr Edrich Rodrigues to discuss how nerve conduction studies

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Cerebral amyloid angiopathy 34:42

4 years ago34:42

34:42

In this episode we are joined by Dr Gargi Banerjee to discuss the topic of cerebral amyloid angiopathy

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Myoclonus - a diagnostic approach 52:55

4 years ago52:55

52:55

In this episode we are joined by movement disorder specialist Dr Jayachandran Panicker to discuss his approach to myoclonus

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Management of Parkinson's disease 38:28

4 years ago38:28

38:28

In this episode we are joined by Dr Malcolm Steiger, consultant neurologist with special interest in movement disorders, to discuss management of Parkinson's disease.

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Migraine - diagnosis and management 57:46

4 years ago57:46

57:46

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist and headache specialist Dr Nick Silver to discuss his approach to migraine

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Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease 24:17

4 years ago24:17

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An approach to... localisation (part 2) 17:26

4 years ago17:26

17:26

Building on from the principles discussed in part 1, in this second episode Dr John Williamson discusses localisation through clinical cases.

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An approach to... localisation (part 1) 39:58

4 years ago39:58

39:58

In this episode Dr John Williamson discusses an approach to localisation

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Primary progressive aphasia - a practical approach 53:16

4 years ago53:16

53:16

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist Dr Matt Jones to discuss his approach to a patient presenting with primary progressive aphasia

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Neuroimaging and the dementias 37:58

4 years ago37:58

37:58

In this episode we are joined by consultant neuroradiologist Dr Shubhabrata Biswas to discuss the neuroradiological features of dementias. Please visit our website to access the video for this episode where you will also be able to view the images being discussed.

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An approach to peripheral neuropathy 28:23

4 years ago28:23

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In this episode we are joined by Dr James Holt, consultant neurologist with a special interest in neuromuscular disorders, to discuss how he approaches a patient presenting with a suspected peripheral neuropathy.

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Covid-19 and the nervous system 10:39

4 years ago10:39

10:39

In this episode we are joined by Dr Benedict Michael to discuss the neurological effects of Covid-19 infection. Alongside this we also discuss the practicalities of performing clinical research during an evolving global pandemic as well as some of the ongoing research he is currently conducting.

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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and its use in neurological disorders 17:58

4 years ago17:58

17:58

In this episode we are joined by Dr Jeremy Mason to discuss the topic of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and its use in neurological disorders.

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Progressive cerebellar ataxia in adults 36:10

4 years ago36:10

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In this episode we are joined by consultant neuroligist Dr Rajith De Silva. The discussion focusses on his approach to a patient presenting with progressive cerebellar ataxia.

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Pre-hospital stroke 45:07

5 years ago45:07

45:07

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist Dr Henry Zhao who is the operational clinical lead for the Melbourne mobile stroke unit. In the episode we discuss his experience working with the Melbourne mobile stroke unit alongside a more general discussion around the pre-hospital management stroke.…

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The thalamus - a practical approach 51:20

5 years ago51:20

51:20

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist Dr Thomas Chemmanam to discuss his approach to disorders of the thalamus. During the episode we discuss the clinical importance of the thalamus and the myriad ways thalamic disorders may present in clinical practice.

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An approach to... acute vertigo 25:49

5 years ago25:49

25:49

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist Dr Regan Cooley to discuss his approach to the patient presenting with acute vertigo.

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Motor Neurone Disease - Part 2 20:36

5 years ago20:36

20:36

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist Dr Robert Edis to discuss motor neurone disease. In this second part of the episode we discuss the management of this condition. Music: Good Starts - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/NstTz8iyl-c

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Motor Neurone Disease - Part 1 33:29

5 years ago33:29

33:29

In this episode we are joined by consultant neurologist Dr Robert Edis to discuss motor neurone disease. In this first part of the episode we discuss the pathophysiology, clinical presentation and diagnostic approach to this condition. Music: Good Starts - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/NstTz8iyl-c

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Epilepsy And Driving (UK regulations) 15:25

5 years ago15:25

15:25

In this episode we are joined by Consultant neurologist and epilepsy specialist Professor Tony Marson to discuss current UK regulations regarding epilepsy and driving.

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An approach to... spinal cord disorders 37:23

5 years ago37:23

37:23

In this episode we are joined by Dr Anu Jacob to discuss his approach to patients presenting with a suspected spinal cord disorder. Using two cases we discuss how the clinical examinations can localise the site of pathology to the spinal cord and discuss the different clinical features of common spinal cord syndromes. Music: Good Starts - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/NstTz8iyl-c…

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Investigation and management of intracerebral haemorrhage 42:41

5 years ago42:41