Infection of the intervertebral space following conventional and microsurgical operation on the herniated lumbar intervertebral disc. A controlled clinical trial.

abstract：:Monostotic manifestation of fibrous dysplasia in the spine is exceedingly rare. We report the case of a 30 year-old woman suffering from slowly increasing low back pain. Radiologically a polycyclic, slightly gadolinium-enhancing, solitary lesion within the first lumbar vertebral body was detected. The lesion was remov...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Hertel F,Hopf T,Feiden W,Bettag M,Walter C,Delling G

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Considerable positive experience in functional radiosurgery has been reported since Leksell's first experience in 1951, but the development of frameless radiosurgery was been limited because of the difficulty of identifying invisible functional targets. In this paper we report on two cases of bilateral parkinsonian tr...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Franzini A,Marchetti M,Brait L,Milanesi I,Messina G,Forapani E,Broggi G,Fariselli L

更新日期：2011-05-01 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：BACKGROUND:Cerebral ischemia is considered a key factor in the development of secondary damage after Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Studies on Cerebral Blood Flow (CBF) have documented decreased flow in over 50% of patients with TBI, studied in the acute phase. Transcranial Doppler (TCD) sonography is a non-invasive tec...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： van Santbrink H,Schouten JW,Steyerberg EW,Avezaat CJ,Maas AI

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Symptomatic extracranial vertebral artery (VA) dissection may need surgery. We describe such a case successfully treated with atlantoaxial fusion based on its rare dynamic angiographic findings. A 27-year-old woman suffered from repeated brainstem and cerebellar infarctions from a left extracranial VA dissecting aneur...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Ikeda N,Hayashi H,Goto M,Satoi H,Iwasaki K,Toda H

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extravasation of Onyx is a rare complication during embolization of arteriovenous malformations (AVM). We present a case of embolization that was complicated by leakage of Onyx into the cerebellum which was later encountered during surgical excision of the AVM. Our goal is to report this rare event and to outline succ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Solli E,Jumah F,Narayan V,Quinoa T,Xiong Z,Gupta G,Alharfoush E,Nanda A

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the last 3.5 years (up to August 1988) out of 450 patients with surgically treated intracranial aneurysms in 100 cases (22%) acute surgery was performed (up to 72 h after SAH). Patients in grade I-III (WFNS scale) were operated upon. In all the cases there were supratentorial aneurysms. CSF drainage during the oper...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Bidziński J,Marchel A,Pastuszko M

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A computer system, based on IBM PC, was designed for the cerebrospinal compensatory model identification. The intracranial pressure (ICP) signal, registered during the lumbo-lumbar infusion test is analyzed by means of the spectral analysis algorithm in order to measure precisely the pulse wave amplitude. The amplitud...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Czosnyka M,Batorski L,Laniewski P,Maksymowicz W,Koszewski W,Zaworski W

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:The object of surgical treatment for hemifacial spasm (HFS) is the exclusion of pulsatile neurovascular compression of the root exit zone (REZ). However, spasm persists transiently or permanently in some cases even after complete decompression. In particular, we mainly experience these results when the vertebral...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Kim JP,Chung JC,Chang WS,Chung SS,Chang JW

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:DNA analysis was performed by flow cytometry (FCM) in 59 cases of different types of pituitary adenomas who underwent microsurgery and were actively followed over a period of 3-6 years. Aneuploid DNA patterns were detected in 12 (20%) cases. Frequency of aneuploidy was highest in prolactin-secreting (36%) as compared ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Lüdecke DK,Beck-Bornholdt HP,Saeger W,Schmidt W

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pituitary transposition preserving gland function is possible when approaching superior clival region tumors. Clinical experience along with detailed anatomical knowledge makes this technique safe and effective. METHOD:We present a step by step description of our technique based on the most recent anatomica...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Cárdenas Ruiz-Valdepeñas E,Kaen A,Tirado Caballero J

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Adjuvant systemic chemotherapy increases survival of primary malignant glioma patients beyond 12-18 months. The only interstitial chemotherapy treatment approved for malignant glioma is Gliadel wafer containing carmustine (BCNU) placed in the resection cavity at surgery. Analysis of a large trial by Westphal ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Westphal M,Ram Z,Riddle V,Hilt D,Bortey E,Executive Committee of the Gliadel Study Group.

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Changes in vestibulospinal evoked potentials (VsEP) and motor evoked potentials (MEP) were examined in 10 cats before and after two different weight-dropping spinal cord injuries. In six animals somatosensory evoked potentials (SEP) were also monitored. The recordings were done from epidural spinal cord electrodes. Be...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Zileli M,Taniguchi M,Cedzich C,Schramm J

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated the characteristic features of intramedullary spinal cord tumour associated with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1). We have experienced 44 cases of pathologically confirmed intramedullary spinal cord tumour. Diagnosis of NF-1 was done according to the criteria set by the National Institute of Health Cons...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Yagi T,Ohata K,Haque M,Hakuba A

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Too few cases of isolated abducent nerve palsy caused by neurovascular compression syndrome have been reported. We here report on a case of abducent nerve palsy caused by neurovascular compression syndrome that was successfully treated by microvascular decompression (MVD). A 46-year-old male presented with a 6-month h...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Yamazaki T,Yamamoto T,Hatayama T,Zaboronok A,Ishikawa E,Akutsu H,Matsuda M,Kato N,Matsumura A

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The follow up of 49 stereotactically operated epileptics is graphically demonstrated and the 79 operations in basic targets within the amygdala and the area of the anterior pole of the thalamus are described. The patients had valuable gaining in 80%; The continued developement of stereotactic methods in the future is ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Bouchard G

更新日期：1976-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glioependymal cysts (GECs) are benign intracranial cysts that have been rarely reported in the literature. The exact pathogenesis of these developmental anomalies is controversial. Moreover, the terminology used to name GECs and other intracranial cysts is confusing because they are undistinguishably reporte...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Robles LA,Paez JM,Ayala D,Boleaga-Duran B

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cerebrovascular anomalies remain an issue of controversy regarding diagnosis, classification, and treatment. We report the first case of total and asymptomatic regression and disappearance of a vein of Galen malformation associated with a posterior fossa venous pouch. Different aspects of the vein of Galen are discuss...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Tawk RG,Mohasseb G,Charbel FT,Debrun GM

更新日期：2002-11-01 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：:Modern neuro-imaging techniques have significantly increased the accuracy of stereotactic procedures and have thereby generated a renewed interest in guided brain surgery. This paper describes the neuroradiological aspects of stereotaxic target calculation (x-, y-, z- coordinates) using the Riechert-Mundinger (Fisher)...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Parizel PM,De la Porte C

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Event related potential recording and psychometric evaluation of cognitive impairment were carried out on 21 patients with brain tumours, 21 patients with severe head injuries and 24 controls. The tumour and trauma patients who met the psychometric inclusion criteria for dementia, but not the non-demented patients, ha...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Olbrich HM,Nau HE,Zerbin D,Lanczos L,Lodemann E,Engelmeier MP,Grote W

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of a 17-year-old female who presented with a CNS primitive neuroectodermal tumour 12 years after cranial radiotherapy for relapsed childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. In this article, we discuss the association of these rare tumours with previous craniospinal irradiation and review the pertinent ...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Sobowale OA,McCabe M,Pal P,Soh C,Karabatsou K

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Subdural collections or hematomas are frequently observed after shunt placement [7-9, 13], but rarely after ETV [6]. A review of literature revealed 7 cases [1, 5, 6, 10, 12], of which only 1 was symptomatic [5]. We will discuss the causes, management, and methods of prevention of this complication and we will present...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Kamel MH,Murphy M,Aquilina K,Marks C

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a series of 36 vein of Galen aneurysmal malformations (VGM) diagnosed in the paediatric (78%) and adult (22%) populations that were referred to them for therapeutic management between 1982 and 1988. The clinical signs leading to the diagnosis were variable: 36% of systemic manifestations, 22% of neu...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Lasjaunias P,Rodesch G,Terbrugge K,Pruvost P,Devictor D,Comoy J,Landrieu P

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of vestibular schwannomata is controversial. Surveillance remains an acceptable option for elderly patients or those with small lesions. Stereoradiosurgery is also an option, while surgery is often preferred in younger patients with larger lesions. In elderly patients with lesions causing brainstem comp...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Barrett C,Prasad KS,Hill J,Johnson I,Heaton JM,Crossman JE,Mendelow AD

更新日期：2010-01-01 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：:The indications and results of transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary adenomas are analysed. The advantages and disadvantages of Bromocriptine and radiotherapy are considered. Transsphenoidal surgery does not damage pre-existing pituitary function. It produces excellent results in micro and mesoadenomas, curing about 7...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Adams CB

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We analyze a series of 44 medulloblastomas in patients aged 20 and older, listed in the Connecticut Tumor Registry. Average age was 34.1 years. Incidence was 0.058 per 100,000 per year. Headache and ataxia were the most frequent presenting complaints. Findings at diagnosis most often were papilloedema, cranial nerve p...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Farwell JR,Flannery JT

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Among 64 patients with hemifacial spasm (HFS) and 60 with trigeminal neuralgia (TN) treated by microvascular decompression (MVD), repeated MVD performed on 3 cases with HFS resulted in the absence of spasm in all cases. In 7 cases with TN, this technique resulted in complete remission in 2, recurrence in 3, and no pai...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Yamaki T,Hashi K,Niwa J,Tanabe S,Nakagawa T,Nakamura T,Uede T,Tsuruno T

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several studies have included different co-morbid conditions in prediction models for stroke patients. For subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH), it is not known whether the Charlson Co-morbidity Index (CCI) is associated with outcome. We evaluated if this index was associated with outcome in patients with ruptured...

journal_title：Acta neurochirurgica

authors： Boogaarts HD,Conde MP,Janssen E,van Nuenen WF,de Vries J,Donders R,Westert GP,Grotenhuis JA,Bartels RH

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00