Mechanisms of Neurologic Disease
Mechanisms of Neurologic Disease PURPOSE The purpose of determining the mechanism of neurologic disease is to come closer to a patient’s diagnosis by determining the cause of the patient’s neurologic…
Localization of Neurologic Disease
Localization of Neurologic Disease PURPOSE OF NEUROLOGIC LOCALIZATION The purpose of neurologic localization—an essential component of neurologic diagnosis—is to determine where in the nervous system the patient’s dysfunction is occurring,…
Role of the Neurologic History and Examination In Neurologic Diagnosis
Role of the Neurologic History and Examination In Neurologic Diagnosis PURPOSE OF THE NEUROLOGIC HISTORY AND EXAMINATION The purpose of the neurologic history and examination is to look for clues…
