Risk Factors for Hemorrhagic Transformation After Intravenous Thrombolysis in Acute Cerebral Infarction: A Retrospective Single-Center Study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neoplasms located in the Meckel cave account for 0.2%-0.5% of all intracranial tumors. This area is the site of many types of pathologic lesions, most often trigeminal nerve schwannomas and meningiomas. Melanin-containing tumors are rare in this area. These tumor types can be suspected if the magnetic resona...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Moisak GI,Matsko DE,Chernov SV,Dmitriev AB,Amelin ME,Zhelbunova EA,Chernov MF,Rzaev JA

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Super refractory epilepticus status (SRSE) is a life-threatening neurologic emergency defined as 'status epilepticus (SE) that continues 24 hours or more after the onset of anaesthesia, including those cases in which the SE recurs on the reduction or withdrawal of anaesthesia', which occur in 10-15% of SE pa...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： San-Juan D,Álvarez-Perera LÁ,Dávila-Rodríguez DO,Ramos-Jiménez C,Alcocer-Barrada V,Lilia-Tena M,Anschel DJ,Cruz JP,Martínez-Juárez IE

更新日期：2019-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The neurosurgical boot camp has been fully incorporated into U.S. postgraduate education. This is the first implementation of the neurosurgical boot in a developing country. To advance neurosurgical education, we developed a similar boot camp program, in collaboration with Bolivian neurosurgeons, to determin...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Ament JD,Kim T,Gold-Markel J,Germano IM,Dempsey R,Weaver JP,DiPatri AJ Jr,Andrews RJ,Sanchez M,Hinojosa J,Moser RP,Glick R

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with brain tumors, particularly gliomas, commonly present with seizures. Higher incidence of seizure has been reported in low-grade gliomas and tumors located within the temporal and insular area. The association between IDH1 and IDH2 mutations with preoperative seizures in glioma and the magnitude ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Phan K,Ng W,Lu VM,McDonald KL,Fairhall J,Reddy R,Wilson P

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) may present, besides the classic triad of symptoms, with extrapyramidal parkinsonianlike movement disorders. We present a randomized prospective study comparing adjustable ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt insertion plus dopamine oral therapy (group A) versus VP s...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Broggi M,Redaelli V,Tringali G,Restelli F,Romito L,Schiavolin S,Tagliavini F,Broggi G

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vestibular schwannomas (VSs) are rare in children and, when present, are usually part of neurofibromatosis 2 and bilateral. Sporadic unilateral VSs in the pediatric age group itself are rare in medical literature and giant sporadic unilateral pediatric VSs (>4 cm) are extremely rare. Herein, we describe the largest re...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Rafiq R,Sharma R,Borkar SA

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of the present study was to compare the surgical site infection (SSI) rates between resorbable plates and titanium plates used for adult patients with intractable epilepsy who had undergone epilepsy surgery after subdural electrode placement. METHODS:We performed subdural electrode surgery, foll...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Amano Y,Fujimoto A,Ichikawa N,Sato K,Baba S,Nishimura M,Enoki H,Okanishi T

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preoperative embolization is established as an advantageous adjunct in multimodality treatment of cerebral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). However, the benefit of preoperative embolization in AVMs with favorable surgical risk profile is debatable, because it has yet to be supported by evidence in compara...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Luksik AS,Law J,Yang W,Garzon-Muvdi T,Caplan JM,Colby G,Coon AL,Tamargo RJ,Huang J

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Experiencing cranial surgery under awake conditions may expose patients to considerable psychological strain. METHODS:This study aimed to investigate the occurrence and course of psychological sequelae following awake craniotomy (AC) for brain tumors in a series of 20 patients using a broad, validated psych...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Hejrati N,Spieler D,Samuel R,Regli L,Weyerbrock A,Surbeck W

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The number of patients with a history of clipping of recurrent aneurysms after coil embolization has increased. The aim of this article was to report the feasibility of CT angiography using a commercial metal artifact reduction algorithm (Smart Metal Artifact Reduction [MAR]) for patients who underwent clipp...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Kuroda H,Toyota S,Kumagai T,Iwata T,Kobayashi M,Mori K,Taki T

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The reported incidence of postoperative ileus (POI) after spine surgery depends on the surgical approach and definition used. It is therefore possible that the overall incidence is substantially higher than previously thought. POI has consequences for both the patient and hospital resources, and can signific...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Wright AK,La Selva D,Nkrumah L,Yanamadala V,Leveque JC,Sethi RK

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) is an aggressive lymphoma confined to the CNS. Although the pathogenesis of PCNSL in immunocompetent individuals remains unclear, there have been several case studies demonstrating the "sentinel" inflammatory lesions months before the manifestation of PCNSL. Ho...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Lu JQ,O'Kelly C,Girgis S,Emery D,Power C,Blevins G

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) has been increasing in popularity as an alternative to traditional transcranial and transorbital approaches in the treatment of orbital pathological entities. The purpose of the present study was to examine the outcomes of patients who had undergone EEA resection of or...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Yang K,Ellenbogen Y,Algird AR,Sommer DD,Reddy K

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although extreme lateral interbody fusion (XLIF) largely provides successful indirect decompression, some patients have recurrent same-level pain and functional disability. Identifying risk factors for this failure would facilitate better patient selection and improve outcomes. The aim of this study is to ide...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Wang TY,Nayar G,Brown CR,Pimenta L,Karikari IO,Isaacs RE

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To examine the strength and tolerance of the fibrin glue sealant in a situation of extended transsphenoidal surgery. The withstand pressure of fibrin glue sealant was measured using a simple sellar reconstruction model. METHODS:A 15-mm diameter hole at the bottom of a 51-cm high cylinder was covered with a ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Oshino S,Saitoh Y,Yoshimine T

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radiation therapy is an effective treatment for primary brain tumors and intracranial metastases but can occasionally precede new enhancing lesions on imaging studies that are difficult to discern between tumor recurrence (TR) and radiation necrosis (RN). The aim of this study was to identify clinical presen...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Feng R,Loewenstern J,Aggarwal A,Pawha P,Gilani A,Iloreta AM,Bakst R,Miles B,Bederson J,Costa A,Gupta V,Shrivastava RK

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Moyamoya disease (MMD) is a chronic cerebrovascular disorder with little known etiology. We aim to propose a new classification system for MMD from the perspective of embryology. METHODS:MMD patients' digital subtraction angiograms were retrospectively analyzed. Every angiogram was analyzed to f...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Tan C,Duan R,Ye X,Zhang D,Wang R

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intraneural ganglia are benign mucinous cystic formations that originate within the epineurium of peripheral nerves. Different treatments have been recommended, with an overall satisfactory outcome. In this paper, we aim to evaluate the long-term outcomes of surgical treatment of peroneal intraneural ganglia...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Lucattelli E,Menichini G,Brogi M,Roselli G,Innocenti M

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous reports suggest that patients with Parkinson disease (PD) have elevated rates of complications following spine surgery; however, these reports are limited by small patient series. In this study, we used the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database to compare in-hospital complications following elect...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Baker JF,McClelland S 3rd,Line BG,Smith JS,Hart RA,Ames CP,Shaffrey C,Bess S

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ossified posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) of the cervical spine can lead to spinal stenosis and become clinically symptomatic. The optimal approach in addressing OPLL is a debated topic and dependent on factors such as preoperative lordosis and levels affected. METHODS:In this study, we retrospectivel...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Park BJ,Seaman SC,Woodroffe RW,Noeller Arnp J,Hitchon PW

更新日期：2021-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is a common neurosurgical condition, with an estimated incidence of 3-15.5 per 100,000 people, with significantly higher rates in the elderly population. Recurrence rates range from 2%-37% after surgical drainage. Studies have shown that leaving a drain postoperatively can re...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Gernsback J,Kolcun JP,Jagid J

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Occipital artery pseudoaneurysms are extremely rare pathologies that manifest after traumatic injury; only 11 cases have been reported in the literature. Because of their low incidence and vague symptoms, the initial diagnosis can be difficult. However, for correctly diagnosed occipital artery pseudoaneurysm...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Changa AR,Meleis AM,Bassani L

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Os odontoideum is a smooth, independent ossicle separated from a hypoplastic odontoid process located cranially in the expected position of the odontoid tip. The pathogenesis of os odontoideum remains controversial, and several etiological theories have been suggested for congenital, developmental, and traum...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Sato H,Shimokawa N,Matsumoto H,Takami T

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine whether combined diffusion-weighted imaging and dynamic susceptibility contrast-enhanced perfusion-weighted imaging magnetic resonance imaging can be used to differentiate between common malignant brain tumors, including lymphomas and high-grade gliomas. METHODS:We ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Makino K,Hirai T,Nakamura H,Kuroda JI,Shinojima N,Uetani H,Kitajima M,Yano S

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obese and morbidly obese patients undergoing lumbar spinal fusion surgery are a challenge to the operating surgeon. Minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS-TLIF) and open-TLIF have been performed for many years with good results; however, functional outcomes after lumbar spine surgery ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Adogwa O,Carr K,Thompson P,Hoang K,Darlington T,Perez E,Fatemi P,Gottfried O,Cheng J,Isaacs RE

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately 2%-10% of all central nervous system tumors are primary spinal cord tumors (SCTs). Spinal cord glioblastoma is a rare tumor type accounting for 1%-3% of all SCTs and 7.5% of all spinal cord gliomas. Notably, the small-cell variant of spinal cord glioblastoma is even rarer with only 2 previously...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Caro-Osorio E,Herrera-Castro JC,Barbosa-Quintana A,Benvenutti-Regato M

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microscopic training is essential for development of neurosurgical skills. A range of models is reported in the literature for this purpose, including live animals, exvivo, and synthetic material. Among the factors involved in selection and development of a training station, cost is a decisive one. METHODS:...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Olijnyk LD,Patel K,Brandão MR,de Morais ANL,de Carvalho RF,Severino AG,Mayor D,da Silva CE,Stefani MA

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the outcomes of use of a lumboperitoneal shunt (LPS) to treat all-cause communicating hydrocephalus (ACCH). METHODS:We analyzed the outcomes of adult patients with ACCH treated with an LPS between June 2015 and June 2018, using Keifer's hydrocephalus score (KHS), postoperative symptom improvement ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Sun T,Li X,Zhang Q,Zhou Y,Guan J

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Ruptured blister aneurysms of the internal carotid artery are challenging to treat because of their difficult diagnosis and the fragility of the wall structure. Here, we sought to clarify the efficacy of extracranial-intracranial bypass followed by trapping (bypass/trapping) for ruptured blister aneurysms. M...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Endo H,Fujimura M,Shimizu H,Endo T,Omodaka S,Inoue T,Sato K,Niizuma K,Tominaga T

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reports of tuberculosis involving ≥4 contiguous spinal levels are rare. Surgery is often required in this population for neurological decompression and stabilization. These patients appear to be particularly predisposed to complications that include incomplete recovery of neurological function after decompre...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Forbes JA,Williams J,Awad AJ,Tiger M,Anderson B,Finnan R

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00