Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to J Gryfinski.
Intramedullary spinal cord abscesses are rare lesions that cause a variety of neurologic problems. This article reviews pathogenesis and symptoms associated with these lesions. In addition, specific nursing interventions for care of patients with intramedullary spinal cord abscesses are presented. These interventions focus on diagnostic testing, treatment options and a plan of care for patients diagnosed with this disease entity.
The amenorrhea-galactorrhea syndrome in prolactin-secreting pituitary tumors is described. The role of prolactin in the development of amenorrhea and galactorrhea is discussed along with the other endocrine abnormalities that overproduction of prolactin may cause. The diagnostic tests that are commonly performed to identify this disease entity are presented with reference to the nurse's role in preparing patients for the diagnostic work-up. Recent advances in transsphenoidal surgery, radiotherapy, and the use of Bromocriptine as therapeutic modalities for this disorder are described. Nursing guidelines that accompany planning care for patients undergoing these treatment regimes are provided.