Clinical problem-solving: brachial plexus closed injury and reconstruction.

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：BACKGROUND:Precise placement of the MacCarty keyhole, a burr hole simultaneously exposing the anterior cranial fossa floor and orbit, provides accurate, efficient entry for orbitozygomatic and supraorbital craniotomies. To locate the optimal keyhole site, previous studies have used superficial landmarks that, in our ex...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Tubbs RS,Loukas M,Shoja MM,Cohen-Gadol AA

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The scope and purpose of this work is 2-fold: to synthesize the available evidence and to translate it into recommendations. This document provides recommendations only when there is evidence to support them. As such, they do not constitute a complete protocol for clinical use. Our intention is that these recommendati...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Carney N,Totten AM,O'Reilly C,Ullman JS,Hawryluk GW,Bell MJ,Bratton SL,Chesnut R,Harris OA,Kissoon N,Rubiano AM,Shutter L,Tasker RC,Vavilala MS,Wilberger J,Wright DW,Ghajar J

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:The endovascular treatment of carotid-cavernous dural fistulae is becoming the prominent treatment modality for these lesions. The intractability of these lesions and their tendency to recur, especially after previous endovascular treatment sessions, exhausts the available routes and tends to p...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Krisht AF,Burson T

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Progressive kyphotic deformity of the cervical spine may be a late sequela of congenital cervical anomalies, degenerative disc disease, neoplasm, cervical trauma, and surgical procedures. Of these, postsurgical kyphosis is the most common and can occur after ventral and dorsal surgeries of the cervical spine. The purp...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Stewart TJ,Steinmetz MP,Benzel EC

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare a newly released vascular clip system (Vascular Clip-applier System; Auto Suture Company, Norwalk, CT) designed for sutureless vessel closures and anastomoses with standard suture closure of carotid arteriotomies after carotid endarterectomies. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Sixteen consecutive patients with ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Findlay JM,Megyesi JF

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past, stereotactic surgical intervention for Parkinson's disease was considered indicated only in those patients with active motor manifestations that were refractory to pharmacological therapy, manifestations such as tremor, rigidity, dystonia, and dyskinesia. With the reintroduction and refinement of Leksell'...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Iacono RP,Shima F,Lonser RR,Kuniyoshi S,Maeda G,Yamada S

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The recently described multiple tumor suppressor 1/cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor 2 (MTS1/CDKN2) gene, encoding the cyclin-dependent kinase 4 inhibitor p16, is mutated in a wide variety of tumor cell lines, including gliomas. To investigate the possible role of this gene in the genesis of the central nervous system...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Raffel C,Ueki K,Harsh GR 4th,Louis DN

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A craniotomy with direct cortical/subcortical stimulation either awake or under general anesthesia (GA) present 2 approaches for removing eloquent region tumors. With a reported higher prevalence of intraoperative seizures occurring during awake resections of perirolandic lesions, oftentimes, surgery under G...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Eseonu CI,Rincon-Torroella J,ReFaey K,Lee YM,Nangiana J,Vivas-Buitrago T,Quiñones-Hinojosa A

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two case reports of compression of the cervical spinal cord associated with silicone-coated Dacron dural grafts are presented. In both cases, the cervical spinal cord was distorted and compressed by an intense tissue reaction that encapsulated the synthetic graft. At least two factors are thought to play a role in pre...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Gomez H,Little JR

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A rare case of primary spinal intramedullary malignant melanoma at the T6 level in a 31-year-old man is presented. The tumor was partially removed, and neuroaxis irradiation up to 50 Gy was then administered. Subsequently, systemic interferon beta (specific activity, 2.0 X 10(8) IU/mg protein) therapy (total dose, 2.2...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Yamasaki T,Kikuchi H,Yamashita J,Asato R,Fujita M

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Deep brain stimulation (DBS) has become routine for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and essential tremor. Because both of these disorders are common in patients older than the age of 60, neurosurgeons are likely to encounter increasing numbers of patients who require DBS surgery but who already have anot...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： De Los Reyes K,Chandrasekhar SS,Tagliati M,Alterman R

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reports of cervical perimedullary arteriovenous shunt (PMAVS) are limited, and treatment strategies have not been established. OBJECTIVE:To describe angioarchitecture and optimal treatment strategies for cervical PMAVS. METHODS:We treated 22 patients with cervical PMAVS between 2000 and 2012 (8 women and 1...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Endo T,Shimizu H,Sato K,Niizuma K,Kondo R,Matsumoto Y,Takahashi A,Tominaga T

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the clinical features, radiological studies, operative management, and follow-up data in a series of 27 patients with tentorial meningiomas. Headache and extremity or gait ataxia were the most common presenting symptoms. Signs of elevated intracranial pressure and cranial nerve, pyramidal, or cerebellar defi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Sekhar LN,Jannetta PJ,Maroon JC

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Hypertrophic neuropathy of the cauda equina (HNCE) is a rare form of peripheral neuropathy. The diagnosis is complicated by an insidious clinical presentation and complex radiographic images. We present a case of HNCE caused by chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy with symptomatic ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kretzer RM,Burger PC,Tamargo RJ

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Neurenteric cysts (NCs) typically arise as benign ventral intradural extramedullary developmental malformations of the spine which contain heterotopic epithelium resembling the intestinal or respiratory tracts. Intracerebral NCs are extremely rare, though the frequency of symptomatic reports and incidental fi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Tucker A,Miyake H,Tsuji M,Ukita T,Ito S,Matsuda N,Ohmura T

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This report illustrates the adequacy of minimally invasive exposure for the resection of an intramedullary ependymoma. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:The patient presented with a history of upper back pain, but a lesion was found during a workup for increased back pain after a motor vehicle accident. INTERVENTION:Th...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Ogden AT,Fessler RG

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five intramedullary cavernous angiomas were surgically removed after being localized by intraoperative ultrasound imaging. Two patients were men, and three were women; in three patients, the symptoms had an acute onset, whereas in the other two, it was gradual. The vascular malformation was localized in the dorsal tra...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Lunardi P,Acqui M,Ferrante L,Fortuna A

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transcranial Doppler (TCD) ultrasonography is an important tool for noninvasive detection and monitoring of vasospasm and other pathological conditions of the intracranial vessels. OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate that image-guided TCD allows rapid identification and blood-flow analysis of specific sections of the ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kantelhardt SR,Greke C,Keric N,Vollmer F,Thiemann I,Giese A

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Elective stenting for intracranial stenosis is under study as an effective means of reducing stroke risk. At most institutions, these procedures are performed and monitored after the induction of general anesthesia. OBJECTIVE:To report our success with elective intracranial stenting and angioplasty performe...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Chamczuk AJ,Ogilvy CS,Snyder KV,Ohta H,Siddiqui AH,Hopkins LN,Levy EI

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is not completely clear whether there are differences in the evolution of the neuropsychological outcomes between the 2 intervention procedures (surgery and endovascular coiling) used in subarachnoid aneurysmatic hemorrhage. Some studies have investigated this topic but without completely controlling the ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Santiago-Ramajo S,Katati MJ,Pérez-García M,Arjona-Moron V

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hydrocephalus without ventriculomegaly and pseudotumor cerebri may present special problems in its treatment. Lumboperitoneal shunting, although frequently effective, is not successful in all cases. A lumbar subarachnoid to venous shunt is described as an alternative to lumboperitoneal shunting. A case illustrating it...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Friedman P,Gass HH

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approximately 12 million Americans undergo spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) every year. Renewed interest in this method requires an analysis of its reported risks and possible benefits. This review describes two patients with spinal cord injuries associated with SMT and establishes the risk/benefit ratios for patient...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Powell FC,Hanigan WC,Olivero WC

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Brain stem hemorrhage was first recorded in 1812. Its origin has been the subject of much study and experimentation. We review the studies that stress mechanical forces because dynamic axial distortion of the brain stem is a major factor in the physiology and pathology of the central nervous system. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Thompson RK,Salcman M

更新日期：1988-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:Dural sinus thrombosis can lead to intracranial venous hypertension and can be complicated by intracranial hemorrhage. We present a case report of a patient who underwent endovascular recanalization and stenting of a thrombosed occipital sinus. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:A 13-year-old patient with ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Malek AM,Higashida RT,Balousek PA,Phatouros CC,Smith WS,Dowd CF,Halbach VV

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We analyzed a consecutive series of patients operated for a foramen magnum (FM) meningioma located on the ventral aspect of the medulla oblongata via a posterolateral suboccipital retrocondylar approach with regard to long-term surgical outcome. METHODS:Clinical data in a consecutive series of 25 patients ex...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Bassiouni H,Ntoukas V,Asgari S,Sandalcioglu EI,Stolke D,Seifert V

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the hyperacute histological and immunohistochemical effects of stereotactic proton beam irradiation of the rat hippocampus. METHODS:Nine rats underwent proton beam radiosurgery of one hippocampus with nominal doses of cobalt-2, -12, and -60 Gray equivalents (n = 3 each). Control animals (n = 3) were...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Brisman JL,Cosgrove GR,Thornton AF,Beer T,Bradley-Moore M,Shay CT,Hedley-Whyte ET,Cole AJ

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the clinical presentation, imaging characteristics, microscopic and ultrastructural characteristics, and treatment outcomes of patients with clinically silent pituitary corticotroph adenomas. METHODS:All silent corticotroph adenomas diagnosed at the Mayo Clinic during the years 1975 through 1997...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Scheithauer BW,Jaap AJ,Horvath E,Kovacs K,Lloyd RV,Meyer FB,Laws ER Jr,Young WF Jr

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the effects of Hyaloglide gel (or auto-cross-linked polysaccharide [ACP] gel; Fidia Advanced Biopolymers, Abano Terme, Italy), a hyaluronan-derivative polymer, on peripheral nerve scarring and nerve regeneration. METHODS:We performed two surgical procedures in adult rats: 1) neurolysis of the sciat...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Dam-Hieu P,Lacroix C,Said G,Devanz P,Liu S,Tadie M

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a unique case of thalamic dementia caused by tentorial dural arteriovenous malformation (AVM), which was successfully treated by surgical occlusion of the straight sinus after attempts to occlude the dural AVM by endovascular procedures had failed. The tentorial dural AVM was fed by bilateral posterior menin...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Ito M,Sonokawa T,Mishina H,Sato K

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00