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This is a joint webinar of the Assembly on Sleep and Respiratory Neurobiology (SRN) of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and Assembly 4 (Sleep Disordered Breathing) of the European Respiratory Society. In this webinar, an expert panel will discuss one of the most important publications of 2023 in the field of respiratory sleep medicine. The individual patient-data meta-analysis discussed in the journal club demonstrates new results on the positive effect of CPAP treatment in OSA – in case of good adherence – on secondary prevention of major adverse cardiovascular events in obstructive sleep aponoea based on RCT data. These findings are essential for the field of OSA and have major clinical implications. Article: Adherence to CPAP Treatment and the Risk of Recurrent Cardiovascular Events: A Meta-Analysis. JAMA. 2023;330(13):1255–1265. doi:10.1001/jama.2023.17465 https://lnkd.in/e7a_WBEE

🚨 How does cold water immersion affect your respiratory system? 🚨 A recent study delves into the neural pathways and respiratory responses to cold water immersion, both awake and asleep. 🌊💨 It explores the physiological mechanisms triggered by the cold, such as rapid breathing, and highlights potential clinical risks, including the dangers of Cold Water Immersion during sleep. How might these findings impact cold-water therapy or athletic recovery? Could it influence safety protocols? 🧠 Share your thoughts! #Neuroscience #RespiratoryHealth #SportsScience #ColdWaterTherapy #Physiology https://lnkd.in/emyJKGzz

The pineal gland is an endocrine gland located in the posterior aspect of the cranial fossa in the brain. Its importance is in the circadian cycle of sleep and wakefulness. The pineal gland is also known as the epiphysis cerebri. The gland is pine cone-shaped and about 0.8 cm long. In an adult, it weighs about 0.1 g. It is an unpaired gland that resides between the thalamic bodies behind the habenular commissure. It is located near the corpora quadrigemina, which is behind the third ventricle. Cerebrospinal fluid bathes the gland through the pineal recess. The following are the relations of the pineal gland in the brain on the coronal section: 1. Superiorly: Corpus callosum (splenium aspect) 2. Inferiorly: Inferior and superior colliculi 3. Superolateral: Third ventricle choroid plexus In a sagittal section, the following is seen: 1. Anterosuperior: Thalamus and the habenular commissure 2. Anteroinferior: Cerebral aqueduct of Sylvius, posterior commissure, and the cerebral peduncle. 3. Posterosuperior: Cerebral vein of Galen 4. Inferiorly: Quadrigemineal plate The epiphysis cerebri is supplied by the adrenergic nerves. The neurons are sensitive to epinephrine. The sympathetic innervation is from the superior cervical ganglion, while the parasympathetic innervation is from the optic and pterygopalatine ganglia. The pineal stalk of the gland also has nerve fibers along with innervation from neurons from the trigeminal ganglion. The neurons from the trigeminal ganglion have nerve fibers that contain the PACAP, which is a neuropeptide. Thanks and Best Regards Sri Manoj Kumar Head of Biomedourse Atheenapandian Subsidiary of  ATHEENAPANDIAN - India's No.1 Biomedical Industry for Training & Placements PH. +918807039891 WWW.ATHEENAPANDIAN.COM

The pineal gland is an endocrine gland located in the posterior aspect of the cranial fossa in the brain. Its importance is in the circadian cycle of sleep and wakefulness. The pineal gland is also known as the epiphysis cerebri. The gland is pine cone-shaped and about 0.8 cm long. In an adult, it weighs about 0.1 g. It is an unpaired gland that resides between the thalamic bodies behind the habenular commissure. It is located near the corpora quadrigemina, which is behind the third ventricle. Cerebrospinal fluid bathes the gland through the pineal recess. The following are the relations of the pineal gland in the brain on the coronal section: 1. Superiorly: Corpus callosum (splenium aspect) 2. Inferiorly: Inferior and superior colliculi 3. Superolateral: Third ventricle choroid plexus In a sagittal section, the following is seen: 1. Anterosuperior: Thalamus and the habenular commissure 2. Anteroinferior: Cerebral aqueduct of Sylvius, posterior commissure, and the cerebral peduncle. 3. Posterosuperior: Cerebral vein of Galen 4. Inferiorly: Quadrigemineal plate The epiphysis cerebri is supplied by the adrenergic nerves. The neurons are sensitive to epinephrine. The sympathetic innervation is from the superior cervical ganglion, while the parasympathetic innervation is from the optic and pterygopalatine ganglia. The pineal stalk of the gland also has nerve fibers along with innervation from neurons from the trigeminal ganglion. The neurons from the trigeminal ganglion have nerve fibers that contain the PACAP, which is a neuropeptide. Thanks and Best Regards Sri Manoj Kumar Head of Biomedourse Atheenapandian Subsidiary of  ATHEENAPANDIAN - India's No.1 Biomedical Industry for Training & Placements PH. +918807039891 WWW.ATHEENAPANDIAN.COM

#Alzheimer’s-Linked Neuronal Waste Expelled in #Coordinated Waves during Sleep:- •During #tranquil sleep the brain continues to demonstrate #bustling activity, and brain cells produce bursts of #electrical pulses that cumulate into #rhythmic waves—a sign of heightened brain cell function. •But the question remains why is the brain active when we are resting? •a study in mice,has now found that #brain waves help flush waste out of the brain during sleep. •The results indicated that individual #nerve cells coordinate to produce #rhythmic waves that propel fluid through #dense brain tissue, washing the tissue in the process. •The findings, the researchers suggested, could point to potential future #therapeutics or #preventive strategies against some #neurological #disorders. •These neurons are #miniature pumps, Synchronized neural activity powers #fluid flow and removal of #debris from the brain. •If we can build on this process, there is the possibility of delaying or even preventing #neurological diseases, including #Alzheimer’s and #Parkinson’s disease, in which excess waste—such as #metabolic waste and #junk proteins—accumulate in the brain and lead to #neurodegeneration. •The accumulation of metabolic waste is a leading cause of numerous #neurological disorders, yet we still have only limited knowledge of how the #brain performs #self-cleansing.” •Cleaning the #dense brain is no simple task. #Cerebrospinal fluid (#CSF) surrounding the brain enters and weaves through #intricate #cellular webs, collecting toxic waste as it travels. •Studying the brains of #sleeping mice, the researchers have now found that neurons drive cleaning efforts by firing electrical signals in a coordinated fashion to generate #rhythmic waves in the brain. •Firing of neurons in a highly #desynchronized fashion #maximizes the information complexity for diverse #cognitive tasks during wakefulness. •In contrast,during sleep, #neural networks synchronize individual action potentials to create #large-amplitude, #rhythmic and #self-perpetuating ionic waves in the interstitial fluid of the brain. “In essence, neurons are the most ideal cell type that coordinate the dynamics of #paravascular flow, brain #interstitial fluid and the blood–brain barrier to optimize #metabolic waste clearance." •#neurons coordinate their actions to generate large #amplitude, #rhythmic #ionic #oscillations in the #ISF during sleep (or #ketamine #anaesthesia). These high-energy ionic waves facilitate the perfusion of fresh CSF through the #parenchyma and the removal of metabolic waste products. In essence, neurons that fire together #shower’ #together.” •The research team silenced specific brain regions so that neurons in those regions didn’t create rhythmic waves. Without these waves, fresh cerebrospinal fluid could not flow through the silenced brain regions and trapped waste couldn’t leave the brain tissue. #neurons #csf #alzheimers #Neurodegenerativediseases

🧠 Exploring the Vagus Nerve 🎇 The Vagus Nerve, also known as the tenth cranial nerve, is an intricate and influential part of the human body. This nerve, stemming from the brainstem, extends throughout the body, touching the heart, lungs, and digestive tract, and plays a pivotal role in maintaining homeostasis. Functions of the Vagus Nerve: Regulation of Heart Rate: 💓 The Vagus Nerve helps modulate heart rate, ensuring a steady rhythm and aiding in cardiovascular health. Digestive Control: 🍽️ It oversees the process of digestion by stimulating the production of digestive enzymes and promoting peristalsis, the rhythmic contractions of the digestive tract. Inflammatory Response: 🛡️ By releasing neurotransmitters, the Vagus Nerve can mitigate inflammation, playing a crucial role in the immune response. Respiratory Function: 🌬️ It influences the muscles involved in breathing, helping to maintain a regular respiratory rate. Fun Facts about the Vagus Nerve: 1️⃣ The Wanderer: 🌍 The term "vagus" is derived from the Latin word for "wandering," aptly named for its extensive reach throughout the body. 2️⃣ Mood Booster: 😊 Stimulation of the Vagus Nerve can lead to the release of serotonin and other neurotransmitters, potentially improving mood and reducing anxiety. 3️⃣ Gut-Brain Connection: 🧠 The Vagus Nerve is a key player in the gut-brain axis, facilitating communication between the gut and the brain, and influencing mental health. 4️⃣ Vagal Tone: 🧘♂️ Higher vagal tone is associated with better physical and mental well-being. Practices like deep breathing, meditation, and cold exposure can enhance vagal tone. 5️⃣ Neuroplasticity: 🔄 The Vagus Nerve is involved in neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself. Vagal nerve stimulation is being explored as a treatment for conditions like epilepsy and depression. Credit to SciePro GmbH for the amazing video! #VagusNerve #Biology #Education #Neuroscience

Exploring the Vagus Nerve #VagusNerve #Health #Wellbeing #MentalHealth #Neuroplasticity #HeartHealth #Digestion #ImmuneSystem #GutBrainConnection #VagalTone #MedicalResearch

🧠 Exploring the Vagus Nerve 🎇 The Vagus Nerve, also known as the tenth cranial nerve, is an intricate and influential part of the human body. This nerve, stemming from the brainstem, extends throughout the body, touching the heart, lungs, and digestive tract, and plays a pivotal role in maintaining homeostasis. For more follow #MedycznaCiekawostkaNaPiątek Functions of the Vagus Nerve: Regulation of Heart Rate: 💓 The Vagus Nerve helps modulate heart rate, ensuring a steady rhythm and aiding in cardiovascular health. Digestive Control: 🍽️ It oversees the process of digestion by stimulating the production of digestive enzymes and promoting peristalsis, the rhythmic contractions of the digestive tract. Inflammatory Response: 🛡️ By releasing neurotransmitters, the Vagus Nerve can mitigate inflammation, playing a crucial role in the immune response. Respiratory Function: 🌬️ It influences the muscles involved in breathing, helping to maintain a regular respiratory rate. Fun Facts about the Vagus Nerve: 1️⃣ The Wanderer: 🌍 The term "vagus" is derived from the Latin word for "wandering," aptly named for its extensive reach throughout the body. 2️⃣ Mood Booster: 😊 Stimulation of the Vagus Nerve can lead to the release of serotonin and other neurotransmitters, potentially improving mood and reducing anxiety. 3️⃣ Gut-Brain Connection: 🧠 The Vagus Nerve is a key player in the gut-brain axis, facilitating communication between the gut and the brain, and influencing mental health. 4️⃣ Vagal Tone: 🧘♂️ Higher vagal tone is associated with better physical and mental well-being. Practices like deep breathing, meditation, and cold exposure can enhance vagal tone. 5️⃣ Neuroplasticity: 🔄 The Vagus Nerve is involved in neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself. Vagal nerve stimulation is being explored as a treatment for conditions like epilepsy and depression. Credit to SciePro GmbH for the amazing video! #VagusNerve #Biology #Education #Neuroscience

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Dear colleagues, for those who are interested in Sleep Apneas, pulmonology, neurology, and specifically Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), you can check my last research paper entitled; Using Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte Ratio and Platelets-to-lymphocyte Ratio as Prognostic Markers for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Observational Studies. Note: the paper is an open-access review article.