Migration of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt catheter through the processus vaginalis in infants: how serious inguinal hernia and hydrocele might be.

abstract：:27 cases of cranioplasty with autogenous bone grafts stored in a deep-freezer and autoclaved before use are reported. The results of follow-up for an average period of one year were satisfactory from the standpoint of brain protection and cosmetic reconstruction. A small area of absorption of grafted bone was observed...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Osawa M,Hara H,Ichinose Y,Koyama T,Kobayashi S,Sugita Y

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A paraganglioma of cauda equina region is extremely rare and except for secreting tumour, the pre-operative diagnosis of paraganglioma is very difficult. Two cases of non-functional paragangliomas of the cauda equina region are reported, one was attached to the filum terminale and the other to a rootlet looking very m...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Aghakhani N,George B,Parker F

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We compared the electrode positions of subthalamic nucleus (STN) deep brain stimulation (DBS) estimated at the immediate postoperative period with those estimated 6 months after surgery. METHODS:Brain CT scans were taken immediately and 6 months after bilateral STN DBS in 53 patients with Parkinson's disease...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Kim YH,Kim HJ,Kim C,Kim DG,Jeon BS,Paek SH

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As an effective treatment for post-craniotomy epidural haematomas (EDHs), a novel method of urokinase instillation using a closed suction drain is presented and the procedure feasibility and outcomes assessed. METHOD:A closed system, comprising a closed suction drain with a three-spring 200 mL evacuator, fl...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Park J,Kim GJ,Hwang SK

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oculomotor cistern extension (OMCE) of pituitary adenoma through the oculomotor triangle may be one of the major characteristics of multi-lobulated adenoma. The OMCE may be hard to remove only through the endonasal approach. METHOD:We applied the simultaneous combined supra-infrasellar approach to remove pi...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Tosaka M,Shimizu T,Miyagishima T,Tanaka Y,Osawa T,Aihara M,Yamaguchi R,Yoshimoto Y

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The mechanisms underlying post-extracranial to intracranial (EC-IC) bypass neurocognitive changes are poorly understood. METHODS:Data from 55 patients who underwent a unilateral EC-IC bypass for atherosclerotic internal carotid artery (ICA)/middle cerebral artery (MCA) steno-occlusive disease were retrospec...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Inoue T,Ohwaki K,Tamura A,Tsutsumi K,Saito I,Saito N

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Major artery aneurysms may be found incidentally while evaluating moyamoya disease (MMD). The purpose of this study was to delineate the prevalence and characteristics of these uncommon aneurysms with a brief mention of their management and outcomes. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective review of 249 adult ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Yeon JY,Kim JS,Hong SC

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report 2 cases with haemorrhagic complications following percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) for carotid stenosis. Computed tomography (CT) scanning of these cases demonstrated diffuse subarachnoid haemorrhage in 1 case, and intracerebral haemorrhage in the other case on the next day after PTA. In the latte...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Masuo O,Terada T,Matsumoto H,Tsuura M,Itakura T,Yamaga H,Ozaki F,Moriwaki H,Nakamura Y,Kido T

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of bilateral internal carotid artery thrombosis after blunt injury to the head in a 54 years old male is described. The literature is reviewed and comment is made on the causes. Unilateral thrombosis of the internal carotid artery after closed or blunt injury to the head and neck is well known but not common. T...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Robinson RG,Gwynne JF

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report seven cases of cerebellar infarcts in the distribution of the PICA, of whom six were treated surgically. Only one patient died and he was not operated on. Although of the remaining six patients four were comatose, and two presented obvious signs of midbrain decerebration, all of them subsequently sh...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Laun A,Busse O,Calatayud V,Klug N

更新日期：1984-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ventriculographic findings of a severe ascending transtentorial herniation that occurred after shunting in an infant with a posterior fossa tumour are described. ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Eisenberg HM,Sarwar M

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intra-operative monitoring of the position of the central sulcus (CS) is indispensable to properly treat a peri-motor cortex lesion. Noninvasive preoperative studies for identification of CS are also needed for choosing the optimal operative procedure. Magneto-encephalography (MEG) has recently been introduc...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Shimamura N,Ohkuma H,Ogane K,Manabe H,Yagihashi A,Kikkawa T,Suzuki S

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A modification of the previous methods of producing cerebral ischaemia in rats (Koizumi et al., Longa et al.), using an intraluminal thread technique, is described. The middle cerebral artery is occluded by introducing a simple 3-0 nylon thread (0.20-0.249 mm in diameter) through the internal carotid artery in the nec...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Kawamura S,Yasui N,Shirasawa M,Fukasawa H

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study is aimed at examining the therapeutic effect of Nicorandil on chronic vasospasm using beagle dogs subjected to a "two-haemorrhage" insult, as well as its dilatory effect on the PDA [phorbol-12,13 diacetate]-induced contraction of the canine basilar artery. 1. A total of 12 animals of either sex, weig...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Matsui T,Nagafuji T,Tsutsumi K,Uchida H,Miyauchi T,Asano T

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The introduction of transcranial Doppler ultrasonography (TCD) has made it possible to examine blood flow characteristics in carotid-cavernous sinus fistulae (CCSF) in a noninvasive, relatively simple, and reliable way. This study investigated the usefulness of TCD in the diagnosis and follow-up of various CCSF subtyp...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Kiliç T,Elmaci I,Bayri Y,Pamir MN,Erzen C

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mortality and morbidity of aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage (aSAH) remain high, and prognosis is influenced by multiple non-modifiable factors such as aSAH severity. By analysing the chronology of aSAH management, we aim at identifying modifiable factors with emphasis on the occurrence of rebleeds in a se...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Sorteberg A,Romundstad L,Sorteberg W

更新日期：2021-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：:General aspects of glioblastomas are considered such as preoperative diagnosis, stereotactic punctures for tissue samples, location and tumour size, interference with CSF circulation. The operative risk and different approaches to treatment are discussed, and the results are compared. The described combined treatment ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Diemath HE

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Data regarding long-term outcomes following surgery for cauda equina syndrome (CES) is scarce. In addition, these studies rely on patient descriptions of the presence or absence of symptoms, with no gradation of severity. This study aimed to assess long-term bladder, bowel, sexual and physical function using...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Hazelwood JE,Hoeritzauer I,Pronin S,Demetriades AK

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:12 patients, 10 women and 2 men, were operated on for removal of a jugular foramen neurinoma. Removal was total in 11 cases and operative mortality was 16.6%. As there are no clinical or instrumental signs that permit sure distinction between these tumours and those of the cerebellopontine angle, only a thorough radio...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Pluchino F,Crivelli G,Vaghi MA

更新日期：1975-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ganglioglioma is a common seizure-associated tumor, and some factors that may influence the postoperative seizure outcome have not been discussed or are controversial. The goal of this study was to observe the postoperative seizure outcome and the prognostic factors in patients with epileptogenic ganglioglio...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Hu WH,Ge M,Zhang K,Meng FG,Zhang JG

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During follow-up of 485 adult patients with mainly mild head injury 27% of the patients were unemployed after an observation period of 3-5 years (mean 4.0 years). The length of sick leave during the last 3 years was longer than for a control group. Reduced physical capacity and time of sick leave during the last 3 yea...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Edna TH,Cappelen J

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transposition of the vertebral artery (VA) for microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm (HFS) is often challenging. Various procedures have been proposed to transpose the immobile tortuous VA that cannot be decompressed satisfactorily in the usual manner. METHODS:A Teflon piece that is cut into a we...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Nonaka Y,Hayashi N,Matsumae M,Fukushima T

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ventriculoatrial shunts were one of the most common treatments of hydrocephalus in pediatric and adult patients up to about 40 years ago. Thereafter, due to the widespread recognition of the severe cardiac and renal complications associated with ventriculoatrial shunts, they are almost exclusively implanted ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Magrassi L,Mezzini G,Moramarco LP,Cionfoli N,Shepetowsky D,Seminari E,Di Matteo A,Quaretti P

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a paucity of data concerning the safety and efficacy of surgical education for neurosurgical residents in the evacuation of chronic subdural hematomas (cSDH) by burr hole trepanation. METHODS:This is a retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data on consecutive patients receiving burr hol...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Maldaner N,Sosnova M,Sarnthein J,Bozinov O,Regli L,Stienen MN

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Public engagement has become one of the most effective tools in gaining feedback and perspectives from members of the public, involving patients with decisions, and inspiring young people to carry the medical profession forwards. Brainbook is a multi-platform, social media-based resource that was created spe...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Alamri A,Rogers P,Kearns C,Doke T,Al-Habib A,Servadei F,Hutchinson PJ,Kolias AG,Uff C

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of the study was to measure the effects of increased inspired oxygen on patients suffering severe head injury and consequent influences on the correlations between CPP and brain tissue oxygen (PtiO2) and the effects on brain microdialysate glucose and lactate. METHODS:In a prospective, observatio...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Reinert M,Barth A,Rothen HU,Schaller B,Takala J,Seiler RW

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stereotactic targeting of the postero-ventral pallidum (PVP) presents special challenges to the surgeon 1) The target is in intimate relation to the optic tract and the internal capsule. 2) Proper angulation of the trajectory is crucial to achieve optimal effects given the long craniocaudal extension of the PVP. 3) Th...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Spiegelmann R,Gofman J

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:Although functional mapping facilitates the planning of surgery in and around eloquent areas, the resection of tumors adjacent to language areas remains challenging. In this report, we took notice that the language areas (Broca's and Wernicke's) present at the perisylvian fissure. We posit that if there is non-e...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Sakurada K,Sato S,Sonoda Y,Kokubo Y,Saito S,Kayama T

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Predicting the fate of patients who are given a misdiagnosis of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) remains unclear. The purpose was to examine factors associated with initial misdiagnosis of aSAH and to investigate the impact of initial misdiagnosis of aSAH on clinical outcomes. METHODS:Between Janua...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Oh SY,Lim YC,Shim YS,Song J,Park SK,Sim SY,Kim MJ,Shin YS,Chung J

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe a patient with primary CNS lymphomas, awake despite an extreme ICP elevation. A 48-year-old woman presented with headache since 1 month, and bilateral papillary edema was observed. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed diffuse infiltration around the petrous bone. Following external ventricular drainage (EVD...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Cederberg D,Marklund N,Nittby Redebrandt H

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00