Endoscopic approach to the infratemporal fossa: anatomic study.

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Internal drainage of cerebrospinal fluid to the abdominal cavity via a ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) is a common procedure for therapy of obstructive hydrocephalus; because this condition is often caused by brain tumors blocking the natural cerebrospinal fluid pathways, the VPS as an artific...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Rickert CH,Reznik M,Lenelle J,Rinaldi P

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To systematically appraise the study design and quality of reporting of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on neurosurgical procedures and to identify potential defects and biases. METHODS:Randomized controlled trials with at least five patients comparing any neurosurgical procedure against another procedur...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Vranos G,Tatsioni A,Polyzoidis K,Ioannidis JP

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the association between arachnoid cysts and subdural hygromas. METHODS:We reviewed five cases of arachnoid cysts that ruptured, producing acute subdural hygromas. The surgical management and diagnostic methods used are assessed. RESULTS:Five male patients ranging in age from 6 to 25 years sustain...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Albuquerque FC,Giannotta SL

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An unusual case of a chronic posttraumatic lumbar intradural arachnoid cyst causing compression of the cauda equina is reported. The etiological, pathological, and clinical features are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the importance of a correct interpretation of radiological findings. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Zuccarello M,Powers G,Tobler WD,Sawaya R,Hakim SZ

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twelve patients with communicating hydrocephalus were studied with a servocontrolled lumbar infusion technique to measure net cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) absorptive capacity and resting pressure. Each patient showed a significant absorptive reserve; the rate of CSF absorption exceeded the rate of formation over a physio...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Sklar FH,Beyer CW Jr,Diehl JT,Clark WK

更新日期：1981-05-01 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：BACKGROUND:Awake craniotomy with intraoperative electric stimulation is a reliable method for extensive removal of low-grade gliomas while preserving the functional integrity of eloquent surrounding brain structures. Although fully awake procedures have been proposed, asleep-awake-asleep remains the standard technique....

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Zemmoura I,Fournier E,El-Hage W,Jolly V,Destrieux C,Velut S

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of an intracranial hematoma in a neonate causing the release of free hemoglobin into the plasma is presented. No previous such case has been described. The relationship between hemoglobinemia and the occurrence of acute renal failure in this neonate is discussed, with comments on the possible etiological role o...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Chovanes GI,Truex RC Jr

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Subdural hematoma (SDH) in patients with cancer is poorly described, and its frequency and causes may have changed with recent oncologic advances. OBJECTIVE:We conducted an analysis of the clinical and radiographic features, etiologies, treatments, and outcomes of patients with SDHs and cancer. METHODS:We ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Reichman J,Singer S,Navi B,Reiner A,Panageas K,Gutin PH,Deangelis LM

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this investigation was to determine whether clinical speech deficits after brain injury are associated with functional speech reorganization. METHODS:Across an 18-year interval, 11 patients with mild-to-moderate speech deficits underwent language mapping as part of their treatment for intracta...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Lucas TH 2nd,Drane DL,Dodrill CB,Ojemann GA

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The intrathecal (i.t.) administration of morphine inhibits nociceptive motor responses and activity in ascending axons evoked by stimulation of nociceptive afferent nerve fibers (nociceptive sensory response) in the rat. The i.t. administration of cholecystokinin octapeptide and ceruletide inhibits nociceptive motor r...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Jurna I

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-one patients with recurrent malignant central nervous system gliomas were treated with a combination of 5-fluorouracil, CCNU, hydroxyurea, and 6-mercaptopurine. Thirteen patients had brain stem gliomas, 3 patients had spinal cord gliomas, 3 patients had thalamic gliomas, and 2 patients had cerebellar astrocytom...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Rodriguez LA,Prados M,Fulton D,Edwards MS,Silver P,Levin V

更新日期：1988-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the incidence and causes of pediatric head, spinal cord, and peripheral nerve injuries in an urban setting and to assess the implications of these data for injury prevention programs. METHODS:Pediatric deaths and hospital admissions secondary to neurological trauma included in the Northern Manhat...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Durkin MS,Olsen S,Barlow B,Virella A,Connolly ES Jr

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Median nerve neuropathy can be clinically devastating to a patient. It can be caused by compression of the median nerve anywhere along its course. We present the case of delayed median nerve neuropathy after the placement of a vascular graft in the arm. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:An arm shunt was p...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Goldstein LJ,Helfend LK,Kordestani RK

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Dural replacements are used in cranial surgery when primary closure of native dura is not possible. The goal is to recreate a watertight barrier to prevent cerebrospinal fluid leakage with few associated complications. We reviewed a single-institution experience with a variety of dural substitutes in posterio...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Moskowitz SI,Liu J,Krishnaney AA

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although the incidence, possible causes, and treatment of persistent headache after suboccipital craniotomy have been discussed extensively, few data have been published regarding persistent headache after supratentorial craniotomy. METHODS:We retrospectively analyzed the senior author's patient series of 14...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kaur A,Selwa L,Fromes G,Ross DA

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study investigated the effects of a combination therapy of marrow stromal cells (MSCs) and statins (atorvastatin) after traumatic brain injury in rats. METHODS:Thirty-two female Wistar rats were injured by controlled cortical impact and divided into four groups. Group I was injected with MSCs (1 x 10(6)...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Mahmood A,Lu D,Qu C,Goussev A,Chopp M

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Visualization of the ostium of an arteriotomy by staining it blue with methylrosaniline chloride (pyoctaninum blue) in anastomotic bypass surgery for children with moyamoya disease is described. This technique enables surgeons to create an anastomosis more precisely and quickly. No adverse effects were observed. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kamiyama H,Takahashi A,Houkin K,Mabuchi S,Abe H

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multiple nationwide outcome registries are utilized for quality benchmarking between institutions and individual surgeons. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate whether nationwide quality of care programs in the United Kingdom and United States can measure differences in neurosurgical quality. METHODS:This prospective obs...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Reponen E,Tuominen H,Korja M

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of a patient with two preexisting Silastic syringosubarachnoid shunt catheters who developed Enterobacter meningitis. The infection was treated successfully with systemic and intrathecal antibiotics without removal of the catheters. With careful sequential clinical and laboratory monitoring, even thi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Tomaszek DE,Powers SK

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical approaches to the cavernous sinus were examined in 50 adult cadaveric cavernous sinuses using magnification of X3 to X40. The following approaches were examined: 1) the superior intradural approach directed through a frontotemporal craniotomy and the roof of the cavernous sinus; 2) the superior intradural...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Inoue T,Rhoton AL Jr,Theele D,Barry ME

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in electronics and microprocessors have enabled the development of a compact portable cerebral blood flow (CBF) machine capable of being transported to the patient's bedside. We have used such a device, the Novo Cerebrograph 2a, during the past 7 months on a regular basis in the day to day management o...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Rosenstein J,Suzuki M,Symon L,Redmond S

更新日期：1984-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The first half of the 20th century witnessed the rapid emergence of neurological surgery as a surgical subspecialty. Only few surgeons made a name for themselves equally in general surgery and neurological surgery. One of them was the Swiss surgeon Theodor Kocher (1841-1917). He was honored with the Nobel Prize for hi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Schültke E

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Biochemical alterations associated with mechanical stress have been explored as an initiating step in the pathological progression of ligamentum flavum hypertrophy (LFH); however, this mechanism remains poorly understood. Recently, the inflammation induced after mechanical stress and the subsequent response ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Hur JW,Kim BJ,Park JH,Kim JH,Park YK,Kwon TH,Moon HJ

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Posttraumatic spinal cord herniation is a rare condition. We describe a case of spinal cord herniation into an associated pseudomeningocele after a brachial plexus avulsion injury. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:A 33-year-old man began to develop progressive Horner's syndrome 14 years after a brachial plexus avulsion...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Yokota H,Yokoyama K,Noguchi H,Uchiyama Y

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A seasonal and meteorological influence on the incidence of spontaneous subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) has been suggested, but a consensus in the literature has yet to emerge. OBJECTIVE:This study examines the impact of weather patterns on the incidence of SAH using a geographically broad analysis of hospita...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Cowperthwaite MC,Burnett MG

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To define and discuss elements of the escalation in scientific data availability and their importance to neurosurgery. METHODS:This multifactorial essay describes the evolution of communication methodologies, the information revolution, and the advent and effect of Internet communication with its potential e...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Apuzzo ML,Hodge CJ Jr

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the risk factors of worst outcome associated with moderate head injury. METHODS:Data on patients with moderate head injury were collected prospectively in 11 Italian neurosurgical units over a period of 18 months. Patients older than 18 years with blunt head injury and at least one Glasgow Coma Sc...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Compagnone C,d'Avella D,Servadei F,Angileri FF,Brambilla G,Conti C,Cristofori L,Delfini R,Denaro L,Ducati A,Gaini SM,Stefini R,Tomei G,Tagliaferri F,Trincia G,Tomasello F

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the natural history and determine the rates of intra- and extralesional hemorrhaging of brainstem cavernous malformations (cavernomas) monitored by one neuro-ophthalmology service. METHODS:A record review of all patients with brainstem cavernomas who were evaluated by a neuroophthalmology service b...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kupersmith MJ,Kalish H,Epstein F,Yu G,Berenstein A,Woo H,Jafar J,Mandel G,De Lara F

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe a novel approach to recanalizing symptomatic extracranial internal carotid artery near occlusion using proximal and distal emboli protection devices. METHODS:Patients presenting with symptomatic extracranial internal carotid artery near occlusion who underwent endovascular recanalization between ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Edgell RC,Yavagal DR,Agner C,Adamo M,Boulos AS

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00