Comparison of the brain tissue response in rats to injury by argon and carbon dioxide lasers.

abstract：:Two cases of subdural hematoma, one acute and the other chronic, associated with cancer metastatic to the dura are reported. Various mechanisms of the association of hematomas with cancer are reviewed. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： McKenzie CR,Rengachary SS,McGregor DH,Dixon AY,Suskind DL

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the incidence and possible determinants of impaired vascular reserve in arteriovenous malformation (AVM)-affected brain, before and after surgery. METHODS:In a prospective study of 30 patients, the regional cerebrovascular reserve capacity (rCRC) and the vasodilated regional cerebral blood flow (r...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Van Roost D,Schramm J

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 23-year-old pregnant woman presented with sudden diplopia, ataxia, hemiparesis, and headache secondary to a brain stem hemorrhage. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a hematoma associated with a probable cavernous hemangioma of the rostral brain stem. In this report, we discuss the MRI findings leading to the...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Ondra SL,Doty JR,Mahla ME,George ED

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether adult human dorsal root ganglion neurons can be isolated and maintained in long-term tissue culture, where they would extend processes. METHODS:Dorsal root ganglia were removed from adult human organ donors within 2 hours of clamping the aorta. They were then treated with enzymes for one...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Sosa IJ,Reyes O,Inserni J,Kuffler DP

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The closure of myelorachischisis defects has been difficult and at times complicated. Over the past 2 decades, the use of rotational advancement flaps has been increasingly popular, but can be attended by instances of skin ischemia and necrosis. The development of the myocutaneous and muscle flap concept has aided rec...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Clark DH,Walsh JW,Luce EA

更新日期：1982-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neurophysiological monitoring is routinely used during neurosurgical procedures. Use of neurophysiological monitoring has extended to neuroendovascular procedures, but evidence of its impact on clinical outcome in this arena is limited. OBJECTIVE:To report the incidence of significant intraoperative somatos...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Phillips JL,Chalouhi N,Jabbour P,Starke RM,Bovenzi CD,Rosenwasser RH,Wilent WB,Romo VM,Tjoumakaris SI

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cases of a father and his son who were diagnosed with pathologically confirmed colloid cysts of the third ventricle are presented. The familial occurrence of this tumor is rare and suggests that genetic factors may play a role in its formation. Consistent with the concept that the cyst originates as a developmenta...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Akins PT,Roberts R,Coxe WS,Kaufman BA

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This report describes a computed tomography-based computer-assisted stereotactic technique for performing 3rd ventriculostomy. The procedure has been performed on seven patients with acquired obstructive hydrocephalus of various etiologies. None of these patients have yet required shunting. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kelly PJ,Goerss S,Kall BA,Kispert DB

更新日期：1986-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Facial nerve paresis and hearing loss are common complications after vestibular schwannoma surgery. Experimental and clinical studies point to a beneficial effect of nimodipine and hydroxyethyl starch for preservation of cochlear nerve function. A retrospective analysis was undertaken to evaluate the effect o...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Strauss C,Romstöck J,Fahlbusch R,Rampp S,Scheller C

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Excessive mechanical stress on the intervertebral disc may be one of the causes of low back pain. Most studies testing this thesis, however, have been based on quantification of the mechanical response of functional units at failure. Typically, radiography is used to demonstrate trauma to the vertebral body at the fai...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Yoganandan N,Maiman DJ,Pintar F,Ray G,Myklebust JB,Sances A Jr,Larson SJ

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Until recently, in standard hospital settings the tissue blood supply could be inferred only from indirect measures such as assessment of the clinical signs and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring. This critical parameter can now be imaged directly with stable xenon-enhanced computed tomographic (CT) imaging. The p...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Wozney P,Yonas H,Latchaw RE,Gur D,Good W

更新日期：1985-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microsurgical resection of arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) located in the language and motor cortex is associated with the risk of neurological deterioration, yet electrocortical stimulation mapping has not been widely used. OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate the usefulness of intraoperative mapping with language/...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Gabarrós A,Young WL,McDermott MW,Lawton MT

更新日期：2011-03-01 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：:This pilot study presents a possible modification of direct cortical electrical stimulation technique for the recording of motor evoked potentials under general anesthesia. The exposed primary motor cortex was stimulated by a short train of anodal rectangular pulses at high frequency (300-500 Hz), while the compound m...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Taniguchi M,Cedzich C,Schramm J

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effects of a postoperative early isolated lumbar extension muscle-strengthening program on pain, disability, return to work, and power of back muscle after operation for herniated lumbar disc. METHODS:Seventy-five patients were randomized into an exercise group (20 men, 15 women) and a contr...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Choi G,Raiturker PP,Kim MJ,Chung DJ,Chae YS,Lee SH

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Hyperbaric oxygenation is a rarely used method of treatment for steroid-refractory radiation-induced edema after stereotactic radiosurgery. We present its successful implementation for a radiosurgical complication after the treatment of a deep, large arteriovenous malformation. We also review the literature o...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Lynn M,Friedman WA

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During a 34-month period, 12 cases of delayed traumatic intracerebral hematoma (DTICH) were diagnosed among 162 consecutive prospectively studied patients admitted to the Medical College of Virginia with severe closed head injuries. All patients were unresponsive to command and unable to utter formed words at the time...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Gudeman SK,Kishore PR,Miller JD,Girevendulis AK,Lipper MH,Becker DP

更新日期：1979-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) myelography scans demonstrated a dural defect in a 50-year-old man with an epidural arachnoid cyst who had a 29-year history of untreated weakness and numbness both lower limbs. METHODS:MRI scans showed a dorsal intraspinal extradural cystic lesion at the level f...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Miyamoto M,Kim K,Matsumoto R,Isobe M,Isu T

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of cerebellopontine angle petrous bone osteoma manifesting as homolateral trigeminal neuralgia and causing a mild brain stem compression is presented. The literature concerning osteomas and particularly those affecting the temporal bone is reviewed. This is the second report of an osteoma located on the inner s...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Ruelle A,Datti R,Andrioli G

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We subtotally removed nine pediatric central gliomas (five brain stem and four thalamic) with the Cavitron ultrasonic surgical aspirator (CUSA). Greater than 70% of the tumor was removed in eight of the nine cases. Evoked potentials were monitored during six of the operations. Of the six children who were operated on ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Albright AL,Sclabassi RJ

更新日期：1985-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A prototype Brown-Roberts-Welles stereotactic instrument has been used as both a diagnostic and a therapeutic surgical adjunct in cases of intracranial mass lesions. Eighty-three procedures (142 point placements) required computerized guidance stereotaxy. The unit accomplished point intracranial access with an accurac...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Apuzzo ML,Sabshin JK

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate the technique of stereotactic microsurgical endoscopic removal of intraventricular tumors or colloid cysts assisted by intraoperative computed tomography. METHODS:We adapted a tubular "ventriculoport" for stereotactic insertion of an endoscope into the ventricle. This facilitated microsurgical...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Harris AE,Hadjipanayis CG,Lunsford LD,Lunsford AK,Kassam AB

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skull base osteosarcomas are aggressive neoplasms characterized by bony invasion and extracompartmental/extra-osseous soft tissue extension that pose obstacles to achieving complete resection. Management is further complicated by the paucity of data regarding the efficacy of surgery within the treatment para...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Raza SM,Habib A,Wang WL,Gildey PW,Conley AP,Nader ME,Hanna EY,Su SY,DeMonte F

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The posterior orbit contains a number of important and vulnerable structures, including the optic nerve, the ophthalmic artery and vein, and the ocular muscles and their motor nerves, which makes surgical access to the lesion in this region quite difficult. Transfrontal, transfrontal-ethmoidal, and transmaxil...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Karaki M,Kobayashi R,Mori N

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Risk factors for poor quality of life (QOL) after subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) remain poorly described. OBJECTIVE:To identify the frequency and predictors of poor QOL 1 year after SAH. METHODS:We studied 1-year QOL in a prospectively collected cohort of 1181 consecutively admitted SAH survivors between Ju...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Taufique Z,May T,Meyers E,Falo C,Mayer SA,Agarwal S,Park S,Connolly ES,Claassen J,Schmidt JM

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cavernous angiomas represent 5 to 12% of spinal vascular malformations and usually are located at the vertebral body level with possible extension into the extradural space. The intradural intramedullary cavernoma occurs in about 3% of cases, whereas extramedullary localization is extremely rare. A new case of an intr...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Mastronardi L,Ferrante L,Scarpinati M,Gagliardi FM,Celli P,Fortuna A

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thoracic columns (T1-L1 levels) from 15 fresh human cadavers were used to quantify alterations in the biomechanical response after laminectomy. Eight specimens were tested intact (Group I); the remaining seven preparations were tested after two-level laminectomy (Group II) at the midheight of the column. All specimens...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Yoganandan N,Maiman DJ,Pintar FA,Bennett GJ,Larson SJ

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Middle cerebral artery (MCA) aneurysms are often considered unsuitable for endovascular coiling because of unfavorable morphological features. With improvements in endovascular techniques, several series have detailed the results and complications of endovascular treatment of MCA aneurysms. OBJECTIVE:We per...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Brinjikji W,Lanzino G,Cloft HJ,Rabinstein A,Kallmes DF

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:For adult meningiomas, the staining index (SI) for the anti-Ki-67 monoclonal antibody MIB-1 is well correlated with histological atypia and tumor recurrence. MIB-1 SIs for meningiomas in the pediatric population have not been previously reported. Meningiomas tend to be more histologically aggressive and to re...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Sandberg DI,Edgar MA,Resch L,Rutka JT,Becker LE,Souweidane MM

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidemiological studies have indicated that postmenopausal women have a higher incidence of intracranial aneurysms than men in the same age group. OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether estrogen or estrogen receptors (ERs) mediate protective effects against the formation of intracranial aneurysms. METHODS:Intrac...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Tada Y,Makino H,Furukawa H,Shimada K,Wada K,Liang EI,Murakami S,Kudo M,Kung DK,Hasan DM,Kitazato KT,Nagahiro S,Lawton MT,Hashimoto T

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00