Successful laser-assisted excision of a metastatic midbrain tumor.

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Origination of the temporopolar artery (TPA) from the supraclinoid internal carotid artery (ICA) represents a rare anatomic variation, and the presence of aneurysms at this uncommon site has never before been reported. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:Two patients presented with a sudden onset of headach...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Alkadhi H,Schuknecht B,Imhof HG,Yonekawa Y

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reliable Assessment of the probability that a head injury patient harbors a surgical intracranial lesion is critical to both triage and treatment. The authors analyzed data from 608 patients with severe head injuries (Glasgow Coma Scale score, < or = 8) in the Traumatic Coma Data Bank to assess the reliability of pupi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Chesnut RM,Gautille T,Blunt BA,Klauber MR,Marshall LE

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hydrocephalus without ventriculomegaly and pseudotumor cerebri may present special problems in its treatment. Lumboperitoneal shunting, although frequently effective, is not successful in all cases. A lumbar subarachnoid to venous shunt is described as an alternative to lumboperitoneal shunting. A case illustrating it...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Friedman P,Gass HH

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine if the expression of receptor tyrosine kinases would distinguish astrocytosis from astrocytoma. Because the expression of this family of receptor proteins is greater in higher-grade tumors, a graded series of both reactive and neoplastic astrocytic lesions in humans was evalu...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kristt DA,Reedy E,Yarden Y

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND IMPORTANCE:Formation of cerebral de novo aneurysms (CDNAs) is rare, and the pathogenesis remains obscure. We analyzed factors involved in formation of CDNAs and suggest guidelines for follow-up of patients. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:We retrospectively reviewed intracranial aneurysms at our institute and pub...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Rahmah NN,Horiuchi T,Kusano Y,Sasaki T,Hongo K

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spinal root avulsion, or section, results in devastating functional sequels. Whereas reconstruction of motor pathways based on neurotization can reduce motor deficit, associated permanent limb anesthesia limits expected benefit. Sensory pathway reconstruction after dorsal root injury is limited by the inabil...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Liu S,Blanchard S,Bigou S,Vitry S,Bohl D,Heard JM

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND IMPORTANCE:As a consequence of the increased use of endovascular coiling of intracranial aneurysms, a growing number of case reports on complications are being reported. This article presents a case with a previously undescribed complication of coil treatment: a reactive, noninfectious process after coil...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： König M,Bakke SJ,Scheie D,Sorteberg W,Meling TR

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ten patients with giant intradural spinal arteriovenous fistulas (perimedullary Types II and III) were treated with embolization alone (three patients) or in combination with surgery (seven patients). Their ages at the time of treatment ranged from 2 to 40 years, with a mean of 19.5 years. The indications for treatmen...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Halbach VV,Higashida RT,Dowd CF,Fraser KW,Edwards MS,Barnwell SL

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report their experience with 25 patients (mean age, 44.3 +/- 12.1 years) with an intracerebral hematoma (ICH) from a ruptured aneurysm who were emergently operated on without angiography. Instead, preoperative high-resolution infusion computed tomography (CT) scans were used to identify the aneurysm causin...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Le Roux PD,Dailey AT,Newell DW,Grady MS,Winn HR

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As neurological surgery evolved into its own subspecialty early in the 20th century, a need arose to create an environment for communication and education among those surgeons working in this burgeoning surgical discipline. As the socioeconomic climate in health care began to change in the United States, an unforeseen...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Zaidi HA,Tumialán LM,Rosenow JM,Colen CB,Stroink AR,Linskey M,Schirmer CM,Watridge C

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Posttraumatic seizure (PTS) is a significant complication of traumatic brain injury (TBI). OBJECTIVE:To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare levetiracetam with phenytoin for seizure prophylaxis in patients diagnosed with severe TBI. METHODS:An inclusive search of several electronic data...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Khan NR,VanLandingham MA,Fierst TM,Hymel C,Hoes K,Evans LT,Mayer R,Barker F,Klimo P Jr

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study uses proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy to investigate whether or not idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus is associated with neuronal dysfunction or ischemia in the brain. We evaluate whether or not proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy is useful for predicting improvement after long-term...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Lenfeldt N,Hauksson J,Birgander R,Eklund A,Malm J

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:We report an unusual case of basal ganglia granulomas caused by Candida albicans that surrounded the proximal segment of a nonfunctional cerebrospinal fluid shunt in a previously healthy patient. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:A 22-year-old woman had undergone ventriculoatrial cerebrospinal fluid shunt...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Soto-Hernández JL,Ramírez-Crescencio MA,Moreno Estrada VM,del Valle Robles R

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A number of publications suggest that there are seasonal influences on the incidence of subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). Most series agree on a peak incidence during springtime. Meteorological influences have been assumed to be obvious explanations for seasonal variations. Furthermore, the perceived clustering ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Beseoglu K,Hänggi D,Stummer W,Steiger HJ

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selected commercially designated temporary clips (Acland, Biemer, Kleinert-Kutz, Variangle, and Yasargil) were applied for 1 hour to rat common carotid arteries. Scanning electron and light microscopic studies revealed varying degrees of endothelial damage. The authors believe that further improvements are needed in t...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Dujovny M,Kossovsky N,Laha RK,Leff L,Wackenhut N,Perlin A

更新日期：1979-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A quantitative analysis of intraoperative cortical shift and deformation was performed to gain a better understanding of the nature and extent of this problem and the resultant loss of spatial accuracy in surgical procedures coregistered to preoperative imaging studies. METHODS:Three-dimensional feature trac...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Roberts DW,Hartov A,Kennedy FE,Miga MI,Paulsen KD

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:OBJECTIVE: In the treatment of patients with cranial base tumors, unclippable aneurysms, or medically intractable ischemia, it may be necessary to use high-flow bypass grafts. The indications, surgical techniques and complications are discussed. METHODS: During a 10-year period, 99 saphenous vein grafts and 3 radial a...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Sekhar LN,Bucur SD,Bank WO,Wright DC

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A patient with an anterior communicating artery aneurysm was treated by use of endovascular coiling, and a Guglielmi detachable coil (Boston Scientific/Target, Fremont, CA) fractured distal to its connection to the delivering catheter. The unraveled coil floated out from the aneurysm to extend into the bifurc...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Raftopoulos C,Goffette P,Billa RF,Mathurin P

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the association between optic glioma and neurofibromatosis is well recognized, few studies have systematically compared the outcomes of patients with optic gliomas and neurofibromatosis and patients with optic gliomas without neurofibromatosis. In the present study, patients with optic gliomas and Type 1 neur...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Deliganis AV,Geyer JR,Berger MS

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:SUBAXIAL CERVICAL FACET DISLOCATION INJURIES: STANDARDS:There is insufficient evidence to recommend treatment standards. GUIDELINES:There is insufficient evidence to recommend treatment guidelines. OPTIONS:Closed or open reduction of subaxial cervical facet dislocation injuries is recommended. Treatment o...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Hadley MN,Walters BC,Grabb PA,Oyesiku NM,Przybylski GJ,Resnick DK,Ryken TC

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Urinary disorders account for 10% of deaths in patients with complete spinal cord injury. Sacral anterior root stimulation (SARS) may be a valuable therapeutic option to restore complete and voluntary micturition (CVM), but questions on its cost-effectiveness remain. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the cost-effective...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Bénard A,Verpillot E,Grandoulier AS,Perrouin-Verbe B,Chêne G,Vignes JR,French Study Group on SARS.

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although previous evidence suggests that the cognitive effects of concussions are cumulative, the effect of time interval between repeat concussions is largely unknown. OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of time interval between repeat concussions on the cognitive function of mice. METHODS:We used a weight-...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Meehan WP 3rd,Zhang J,Mannix R,Whalen MJ

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Even though robotic technology holds great potential for performing spinal surgery and advancing neurosurgical techniques, it is of utmost importance to establish its practicality and to demonstrate better clinical outcomes compared with traditional techniques, especially in the current cost-effective era. Several sys...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Roser F,Tatagiba M,Maier G

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intraoperative rupture of an intracranial aneurysm is a potentially devastating but avoidable and manageable complication of aneurysm surgery. OBJECTIVE:To describe a surgical technique that the authors have used successfully to repair a tear at the neck of an intracranial aneurysm, as well as alternative o...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Barrow DL,Spetzler RF

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of intracerebral hematomas after myocardial infarction increases after thrombolysis. As noted in the case described, clots formed after the administration of thrombolytic agents may remain liquid, and this blood can be drained by a catheter. However, in this case, the patient continued to bleed locally. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kaufman HH,McAllister P,Taylor H,Schmidt S

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although most adult brachial plexus injuries result from high-speed mechanisms, no laboratory model has been created to mimic rapid-stretch nerve injuries. Understanding the biomechanical response of nerves to rapid stretch is essential to understanding clinical injury patterns and developing models that mim...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Mahan MA,Yeoh S,Monson K,Light A

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the understanding of the conceptual basis and diagnostic tests used for brain death (BD) by neurosurgeons in Canada. METHODS:Between February and June 2006, a previously developed survey was mailed to every neurosurgeon in Canada. RESULTS:Of 223 surveys mailed, 147 (66%) were returned; of these...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Joffe AR,Anton N,Mehta V

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sarcomatous transformation of the enchondromas is a well-known complication of Ollier's disease, and nonsarcomatous malignancies have usually been associated with Maffucci's syndrome. Only 13 cases of multiple enchondromatosis associated with intracranial gliomas have been described, 5 of which were in patients with O...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Chang S,Prados MD

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We evaluated somatosensory and motor interhemispheric integration in four patients who underwent transection of different portions of the anterior corpus callosum (CC) for removal of an intraventricular cyst. The study goal was to relate their performances to the topographical organization of the CC. METHODS...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Caillé S,Sauerwein HC,Schiavetto A,Villemure JG,Lassonde M

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The techniques for the treatment of intracranial arteriovenous fistulae include angiographic balloon occlusion of the fistula as well as direct surgical attack. Regardless of the method, the occurrence of severe hyperemia caused by a lack of autoregulation after obliteration of the fistula remains a significant concer...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Giller CA,Batjer HH,Purdy P,Walker B,Mathews D

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00