List of MeSH codes (C10)

List of MeSH codes (C10) refers to a comprehensive categorization within the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) system, specifically focusing on the domain of diseases of the nervous system. MeSH is a hierarchical vocabulary used by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to index articles for the MEDLINE/PubMed database. It facilitates the organization and retrieval of biomedical information. The C10 category encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting the nervous system, including central and peripheral nervous system diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, cranial nerve diseases, and various forms of neuropathy.

Overview

The C10 category is divided into several subcategories to cover the broad spectrum of neurological conditions. These include but are not limited to:

• Central Nervous System Diseases: This encompasses conditions affecting the brain and spinal cord, such as Brain Diseases, Spinal Cord Diseases, and Central Nervous System Infections.
• Neurodegenerative Diseases: Diseases characterized by the progressive loss of nerve cells, including Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and Huntington's Disease.
• Cranial Nerve Diseases: Disorders affecting the cranial nerves, which may involve conditions like Bell's Palsy and Trigeminal Neuralgia.
• Neuromuscular Diseases: These are diseases that affect the muscles and their direct nervous system control, including Muscular Dystrophy and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
• Peripheral Nervous System Diseases: Conditions affecting the peripheral nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, such as Peripheral Neuropathies and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
• Autonomic Nervous System Diseases: Diseases affecting the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary functions, including Dysautonomia and Horner Syndrome.

Importance

The categorization of diseases within the MeSH C10 codes is crucial for the efficient retrieval of medical literature. It aids researchers, clinicians, and students in finding relevant information on neurological conditions. By providing a structured and comprehensive classification, MeSH codes facilitate a better understanding of the complex nature of nervous system diseases and support advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and research.

See Also

• Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
• Nervous System Diseases
• Neurology
• Neuroscience