The contribution of chondroitin sulfate proteoglycan (CSPG) in the suppression of axonal growth in rat spinal cord has been examined by means of an in vitro bioassay in which regenerating neurons are… (More)
Although the peripheral nerve has the potential to regenerate after injury, degenerative processes may be essential to promote axonal growth into the denervated nerve. One hypothesis is that the… (More)
OBJECTIVE
The objective was to conduct a scientifically rigorous update to the National Sleep Foundation's sleep duration recommendations.
METHODS
The National Sleep Foundation convened an… (More)
OBJECTIVE
To make scientifically sound and practical recommendations for daily sleep duration across the life span.
METHODS
The National Sleep Foundation convened a multidisciplinary expert panel… (More)
Refreshing sleep requires both sufficient total sleep time as well as sleep that is in synchrony with the individual's circadian rhythm. Problems with sleep organization in elderly patients typically… (More)
Dermal and plexiform neurofibromas are peripheral nerve sheath tumors that arise frequently in neurofibromatosis type 1. The goal of the present study was to examine the tumorigenic properties of… (More)
OBJECTIVE
This international omnibus survey investigated the prevalence and characteristics of sleep problems, as well as strategies for resolving sleep problems, in the general population of the… (More)
The objective of the present study was to assess the economical impact of invasive Haemophilus influenzae type b infections in Slovenia, where the annual incidence of these infections is 16.4/100000… (More)
STUDY OBJECTIVE
To determine if recently abstinent, heavy marijuana (MJ) users show differences in polysomnographic (PSG) measures compared with a drug-free control group.
DESIGN
A group of… (More)
American journal of respiratory and critical care…
1999
The etiology of excessive daytime sleepiness in patients with sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is not well defined. In this study, we examined the relationships between several clinical and… (More)