Dr. Petya Stefanova
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Assistant at the Faculty of Medicine at Sofia University and resident physician in Neurology at Sofiamed University Hospital.
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Which of the following characteristics is associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?
March 14, 2024
Which symptoms are characteristic of an absence (petit mal) seizure?
March 6, 2024
Which symptoms are characteristic of a grand mal seizure?
March 6, 2024
A 60-year-old man presents to the emergency department with sudden-onset right-sided weakness and difficulty speaking. His symptoms began approximately 2 hours ago. On examination, you note right hemiparesis and expressive aphasia. His blood pressure is within normal limits, and there are no signs of trauma. A non-contrast CT scan of the head shows no acute abnormalities. What is the most likely diagnosis?
March 1, 2024
What does it indicate when, during the Latent Paresis test (Mingazzini Strumpel test), the patient’s left arm and leg exhibit weakness and descend (like shown on the picture)?
January 3, 2024
Why is the Mingazzini Strumpel test, also known as the Latent Paresis test, used in neurological examination?
January 3, 2024
What is the meaning of the term quadriplegic?
January 3, 2024
What is the meaning of the term monoparesis?
January 3, 2024
What is the primary difference between paralysis and plegia?
January 3, 2024
Which cranial nerves structures receive unilateral innervation from the motor cortex via the corticobulbar tract?
January 3, 2024
Where does the pyramidal decussation of the corticospinal tract primarily occur?
January 3, 2024
Why are benzodiazepines not a medication of first choice for sleep disorders? (Multiple choice)
December 30, 2023
Sleep hygiene is important in treating and preventing insomnia.
December 30, 2023
Q 2.1. Peripheral Nervous System Disorders. Classification. Neuralgia, mononeuritis, plexitis. Treatment.
X-ray of the Cervical Spine
January 6, 2024
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