Central Nervous System-The Brain an... Aug 11, 2009
Both are protectively wrapped in three membranes known as the meninges ... A hematoma in the brain can be serious if it is a result of bleeding in or around the meninges, such as in a subdural or epidural hematoma, respectively. (Suite101.com)
Mayo researchers find race has role in incidence, survival of rare brain tumor Jul 31, 2009
PCNSL is a primary tumor of the central nervous system that may simultaneously or sequentially involve the brain, spinal cord, meninges (the covering of the brain and spinal cord) and the eyes. PCNSL most often affects the elderly, people who are immunosuppressed because of illness or transplant, and patients with AIDS. Though uncommon, this tumor is increasing in incidence, even in patients without known risk factors. (EurekAlert!)
Dogs, Humans, Put Heads Together To Find Cure For Brain Cancer Jul 9, 2009
By comparing human and canine genomes, researchers at North Carolina State University have discovered that a gene commonly believed to be involved in meningiomas-tumors that affect the meninges, or thin covering, of the human brain and account for one out of four adult brain tumors -may not be as key for tumor formation as previously thought, and they've narrowed the search for the real culprit. See also. (Science Daily)
Jail inmate died from meningitis May 29, 2009
"The reason we are saying that this meningitis does not need any intervention is because of the kind it is,'' she said.Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, or the three membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord.Riederer said the type of sickness Meyers was suffering from was caused by bacteria called Staphylococcus Aureus."It's a bacteria that is normal. We find it on our skin. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Research suggests new cellular targets for HIV drug development May 28, 2009
A high frequency of such recombinant viruses was also found in tissues generally associated with disease processes, such as the meninges, spleen and lymph nodes. The researchers concluded that HIV-infected macrophages might be implicated in tumor-producing mechanisms. (EurekAlert!)
World Meningitis Day Apr 13, 2009
Strictly speaking, is the inflammation of the meninges. The meninges is the membrane surrounding the tissues of the central nervous system, which includes the spinal cord and brain. (Suite101.com)
More shots for students Mar 3, 2009
The condition receives its title from the subsequent inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges, according to the CDC.. Although not always fatal, the effects of the disease leave 15 percent of those infected suffering long-term or permanent disabilities. (New Iberia, LA)
Govt raises teams on Lassa fever, meningitis Feb 18, 2009
Meningitis is basically an inflammation of the coverings of the brain, called meninges. Some of the classic symptoms of the disease are fever, vomiting, intense headache, and stiffness in the neck. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
HIV & AIDS Feb 7, 2009
Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes and fluid surrounding your brain and spinal cord (meninges). Cryptococcal meningitis is a common central nervous system infection associated with HIV, caused by a fungus that is present in soil. (CNN -- Health)
Headaches & Migraines Feb 7, 2009
Researchers believe this causes the trigeminal nerve to release substances called neuropeptides, which travel to your brain's outer covering (meninges). There they cause blood vessels to become dilated and inflamed. (CNN -- Health)
Meningitis Vaccine Seems to Work Like a Charm Feb 7, 2009
The study goes beyond previous research in terms of looking at population groups as well as different forms of Streptococcus pneumoniae, which causes pneumococcal meningitis, an inflammation of the meninges, or membranes, surrounding the brain and spinal cord. "This is a pretty comprehensive study looking at a number of different serotypes [groupings of bacteria within a family] and all age groups. It gets a nice survey of the population," said Jeffrey Cirillo, an associate professor of... (MEDLINEplus)
