Central Nervous System

This course reviews the clinical pathophysiology of the central nervous system, integrating concepts of anatomy, physiology, and pathology to explore key conditions and their diagnostic frameworks. Topics include cerebrovascular disease, traumatic brain injury, intracranial hemorrhages, and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Additional subjects include multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, prion diseases, CNS infections, and neoplasms, along with their connections to the peripheral nervous system. Emphasis is placed on understanding anatomical localization, diagnostic time frames, and the mechanisms driving these conditions.