reviewNeurologyApr 28, 2014BRONZE OA

Systematic review: Efficacy and safety of medical marijuana in selected neurologic disorders [RETIRED]

New York Medical College · New York College of Health Professions · +4 more institutions

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Abstract

Objective

To determine the efficacy of medical marijuana in several neurologic conditions.

Methods

We performed a systematic review of medical marijuana (1948-November 2013) to address treatment of symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), epilepsy, and movement disorders. We graded the studies according to the American Academy of Neurology classification scheme for therapeutic articles.

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543
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58.28
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100%
References
48
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Authors

7

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Medicine
  • Dystonia
  • Neurology
  • Cannabis
  • Spasticity
  • Tourette syndrome
  • Movement disorders
  • Adverse effect
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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