Modulation of Nigrofugal and Pallidofugal Pathways in Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson Disease.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intraoperative measurements of cerebral blood flow are of interest during vascular neurosurgery. Near-infrared indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence angiography was introduced for visualizing vessel patency intraoperatively. However, quantitative information has not been available. OBJECTIVE:To report our ex...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kamp MA,Slotty P,Turowski B,Etminan N,Steiger HJ,Hänggi D,Stummer W

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the anatomy of the infraorbital canal and foramen and the angles at which a radiofrequency probe must be directed to enter the infraorbital foramen and canal, as a guide to performing radiofrequency ablation of the infraorbital nerve in patients with relative or absolute contraindications to lesion...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Rahman M,Richter EO,Osawa S,Rhoton AL Jr

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Capillary telangiectasias, cavernous malformations, and developmental venous anomalies are all vascular malformations that occur on the capillary-venous side of the cerebral circulation. The associations of capillary telangiectasias with venous malformations, cavernous malformations with venous...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Clatterbuck RE,Elmací I,Rigamonti D

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We sought to evaluate whether taurine detection in short-echo (20 ms) proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy contributes to the noninvasive differential diagnosis between medulloblastoma and cerebellar astrocytoma in children and young adults. These two types of tumor have very different prognoses and may be ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Moreno-Torres A,Martínez-Pérez I,Baquero M,Campistol J,Capdevila A,Arús C,Pujol J

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the potential of novel magnetic resonance (MR) angiographic techniques for the assessment of cerebral arteriovenous malformations. METHODS:Forty patients who were about to undergo stereotactic radiosurgery were prospectively recruited. Three-dimensional, sliding-slab interleaved ky (SLINKY), t...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Warren DJ,Hoggard N,Walton L,Radatz MW,Kemeny AA,Forster DM,Wilkinson ID,Griffiths PD

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient with unusual angiographic changes of a dissecting aneurysm of the basilar artery is presented. Initial angiography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed a typical dissecting aneurysm. However, a follow-up study demonstrated a saccular aneurysmal dilatation of the proximal part of the dissection. The import...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Takagi M,Hirata K,Fujitsu K,Yamamoto I

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Calcification of the ligamentum flavum is a rare disease that occurs almost exclusively in elderly Japanese people. We report the case of a young Caucasian woman who presented with a C5-C6 disc herniation associated with a cervical calcified ligamentum flavum. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:The patient...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Ugarriza LF,Cabezudo JM,Porras LF,Rodríguez-Sánchez JA

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Treatment of giant cerebral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) remains a challenge. OBJECTIVE:To propose hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy (HSRT) as a part of staged treatment, and evaluate its effect by analyzing AVM volume changes. METHODS:From 2001 to 2007, 20 AVMs larger than 5 cm were treated...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Xiao F,Gorgulho AA,Lin CS,Chen CH,Agazaryan N,Viñuela F,Selch MT,De Salles AA

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A striking and diffuse hemangiomatous architecture was identified by microscopic examination of bone specimens obtained at cranial synostectomy and from the craniofacial area of a young boy with Kleeblättschadel deformity and Crouzon's syndrome. A retrospective review of the histopathological appearance of bone specim...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Alpers CE,Edwards MS

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tractography based on diffusion tensor imaging has become a popular tool for delineating white matter tracts for neurosurgical procedures. OBJECTIVE:To explore whether navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (nTMS) might increase the accuracy of fiber tracking. METHODS:Tractography was performed accord...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Forster MT,Hoecker AC,Kang JS,Quick J,Seifert V,Hattingen E,Hilker R,Weise LM

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:High upper thoracic sympathectomy using microsurgical techniques aided by electrical stimulation of the sympathetic chain is described. Use of the microscope facilitates identification and dissection of the sympathetic chain and minimizes the risk of pleural damage. Electrical stimulation of the sympathetic chain esta...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Lindquist C,Fedorcsak I,Steig PE

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of metastatic pheochromocytoma is reported in which the diagnosis was determined on the basis of a painless scalp mass. Subsequent to biopsy and histological diagnosis, further investigations revealed a large skull lesion with intracranial extension, an adrenal mass, and various catecholamine abnormalities. The...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Grabel JC,Gottesman RI,Moore F,Averbuch S,Zappulla R

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), a cytokine produced by astrocytes in vivo and in vitro, was tested for its effects on two malignant astrocytoma cell lines (A-172, U-87). Both lines were immunoreactive for glial fibrillary acidic protein, vimentin, Class I antigens, and interleukin-6. The lines differed in the...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Chen TC,Hinton DR,Apuzzo ML,Hofman FM

更新日期：1993-01-01 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：:The purpose of the investigation was to evaluate the effects of d-propranolol upon temporary cerebral ischemia followed by a period of reperfusion, that is, a situation analogous to major cerebral artery embolization. Twenty adult cats, lightly anesthesized with nitrous oxide, underwent 4 hours of right middle cerebra...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Latchaw JP,Little JR,Slugg RM,Lesser RP,Stowe N

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Respiratory problems occur commonly in association with severe head injury. Seven easily measured parameters for the diagnosis of respiratory insufficiency are outlined. Certain central and peripheral causes of insufficient ventilation are analyzed, including head trauma and drug overdose as central sources and aspira...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Frost EA

更新日期：1977-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Neurophysiological intraoperative monitoring of the glossopharyngeal nerve has been performed only with needle electrodes inserted into the pharyngeal muscles or soft palate. We describe a noninvasive method of monitoring this cranial nerve. METHODS:A 30-year-old man who presented with headache, as well as s...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Husain AM,Wright DR,Stolp BW,Friedman AH,Keifer JC

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We undertook a prospective study of 43 wrists in 32 patients who had been clinically diagnosed as having carpal tunnel syndrome (study group) and 5 wrists in people who had no symptoms (control group), correlating the clinical, electrodiagnostic, intraoperative, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings. MRI of th...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Britz GW,Haynor DR,Kuntz C,Goodkin R,Gitter A,Kliot M

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Traumatic fracture-dislocations of the lumbosacral junction are rare, with all previously reported cases involving fracture-dislocations at a single level. No cases of multiple fracture-dislocations of contiguous spinal segments in the lumbosacral spine have been reported. A case of traumatic a...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kaplan SS,Wright NM,Yundt KD,Lauryssen C

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We evaluated a combined technique designed for procedures requiring intraoperative language mapping. We planned to induce general anesthesia with endotracheal intubation and hyperventilation and then to awaken and extubate the patient for speech testing. After the latter, endotracheal reintubation and general...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Huncke K,Van de Wiele B,Fried I,Rubinstein EH

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal germinal matrix hemorrhage/intraventricular hemorrhage is common and often results in hydrocephalus. The pathogenesis of posthemorrhagic hydrocephalus is not fully understood. OBJECTIVE:To explore the potential role of hemoglobin and iron released after hemorrhage. METHODS:Artificial cerebrospinal...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Strahle JM,Garton T,Bazzi AA,Kilaru H,Garton HJ,Maher CO,Muraszko KM,Keep RF,Xi G

更新日期：2014-12-01 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：:Two cases of lymphocytic hypophysitis are reported, in which hypothalamic involvement causing diabetes insipidus was a prominent clinical feature. In one case, a man had clinical and radiological evidence of the involvement of the cavernous sinus. This represents the second reported case of a man with lymphocytic hypo...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Nussbaum CE,Okawara SH,Jacobs LS

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dramatic growth of meningiomas is occasionally encountered during pregnancy. While cell proliferation is often assumed, hemodynamic changes have also been touted as a cause. OBJECTIVE:We identified 17 meningiomas resected during pregnancy or within 3 weeks post-partum and characterized them to determine the...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Lusis EA,Scheithauer BW,Yachnis AT,Fischer BR,Chicoine MR,Paulus W,Perry A

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Sundt clip graft is a vessel-encircling clip that can be used to repair a significant dehiscence or tear in an intracerebral vessel wall during urgent situations. OBJECTIVE:This article analyzes the use of the Sundt clip in a variety of acute intraoperative situations. METHODS:Under institutional revie...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Park PJ,Meyer FB

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)/vascular permeability factor (VPF) is a potent angiogenic growth factor implicated in the tumor angiogenesis/metastasis of a number of human cancers. Activation of receptors for VEGF/VPF is specifically mitogenic to endothelial cells and increases their permeability. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Provias J,Claffey K,delAguila L,Lau N,Feldkamp M,Guha A

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spine and nonspine skeletal metastases occur in more than 80% of patients with prostate cancer. OBJECTIVE:To examine the characteristics of the patient population undergoing surgery for the treatment of prostate cancer metastatic to the spine. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was performed on all patie...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Chohan MO,Kahn S,Cederquist G,Reiner AS,Schwab J,Laufer I,Bilsky M

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Maximizing extent of resection (EOR) improves outcomes in adults with World Health Organization (WHO) grade II low-grade gliomas (LGG). However, recent studies demonstrate that LGGs bearing a mutation in the isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1) gene are a distinct molecular and clinical entity. It remains uncle...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Patel T,Bander ED,Venn RA,Powell T,Cederquist GY,Schaefer PM,Puchi LA,Akhmerov A,Ogilvie S,Reiner AS,Moussazadeh N,Tabar V

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Basilar cranial fractures have been associated with injury to the carotid artery. We sought to determine whether fracture through the carotid canal was a significant risk factor for carotid injury. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was performed, and 230 patients with basilar cranial fractures were identi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Resnick DK,Subach BR,Marion DW

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Calcific cerebral emboli are rare yet pose a difficult therapeutic challenge because of their lack of response to thrombolytic therapy and their propensity for fragmentation. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:A 75-year-old woman developed aphasia and hemiparesis after cardiac catheterization from a near-occlusive calcif...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Schirmer CM,Thaler DE,Malek AM

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00