New Genetic Cause of Dystonia Revealed by Dimitri Krainc

New Genetic Cause of Dystonia Revealed by Dimitri Krainc

Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered a new genetic cause of dystonia, an incurable movement disorder, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation. The disorder causes involuntary muscle contraction and repetitive...
Blunt Splenic Trauma Summary

Blunt Splenic Trauma Summary

Blunt trauma to the spleen occurs when the spleen is subjected to a significant impact from an external source. These sources vary from knife wounds, gunshots, falls, and automobile accidents. The consequence of this trauma is a ruptured spleen, which has serious...