Vertical gaze palsy after thalamic stimulation for Tourette syndrome: case report.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Meningeal hemangiopericytoma (M-HPC) is a rare entity. OBJECTIVE:To characterize our institutional experience in treating M-HPC. METHODS:We reviewed the medical records of patients with M-HPC evaluated at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center between 1979 and 2009. RESULTS:We identified 63 p...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Ghia AJ,Chang EL,Allen PK,Mahajan A,Penas-Prado M,McCutcheon IE,Brown PD

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) draining vein pressure (DVP) may have an influence on both the natural history of the disease and treatment outcome. The purposes of this study were to assess the relationship between DVP and other clinical and physiological variables and to characterize the transmission of arterial pr...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Young WL,Kader A,Pile-Spellman J,Ornstein E,Stein BM

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although thrombocytopenia occurs in approximately 10% of medical patients who receive heparin, this complication has not been described in neurosurgical patients. We report the clinical course of two patients who in the immediate postoperative period developed heparin-associated thrombocytopenia that resulted in signi...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Doty JR,Alving BM,McDonnell DE,Ondra SL

更新日期：1986-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stent-assisted coiling in the setting of subarachnoid hemorrhage remains controversial. Currently, there is a paucity of data regarding the utility of this procedure and the risks of hemorrhagic and ischemic complications. OBJECTIVE:To assess the utility of stent-assisted coil embolization and pretreatment ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Amenta PS,Dalyai RT,Kung D,Toporowski A,Chandela S,Hasan D,Gonzalez LF,Dumont AS,Tjoumakaris SI,Rosenwasser RH,Maltenfort MG,Jabbour PM

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neurosurgical emergencies are an important cause of disability and mortality. OBJECTIVE:To examine the nationwide burden of neurological conditions requiring emergency neurosurgery. METHODS:The Nationwide Inpatient Sample database (2002-2011) was queried to identify adult patients with a primary discharge ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： De la Garza Ramos R,Goodwin CR,Nakhla J,Nasser R,Yassari R,Flamm ES,Bydon A,Colby G,Sciubba DM

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The concept of neurovascular decompression for the treatment of hemifacial spasm is now widely accepted. In this study, we report our long-term results for 145 cases treated with this procedure. METHODS:The results of 145 microvascular decompressions to treat hemifacial spasm (performed between 1980 and 1998...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Samii M,Günther T,Iaconetta G,Muehling M,Vorkapic P,Samii A

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stress-induced cardiomyopathy (SIC) is a poorly understood condition associated with periods of emotional and physical stress. The clinical approaches for management of SIC are supportive and reactive to patient symptoms. OBJECTIVE:To utilize next-generation exome sequencing to define genetic variation asso...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kalani MY,Siniard AL,Corneveaux JJ,Bruhns R,Richholt R,Forseth J,Zabramski JM,Nakaji P,Spetzler RF,Huentelman MJ

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:ALTHOUGH ADVANCES IN prenatal care and diagnosis have reduced the incidence of spina bifida, repair of neural tube defects remains one of the standard cases encountered by pediatric neurosurgeons. The operative techniques used in closure of these congenital defects have remained essentially unchanged during the past 2...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Perry VL,Albright AL,Adelson PD

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Randomized controlled trials evaluating mechanical thrombectomy (MT) for acute ischemic stroke predominantly studied anterior circulation patients. Both procedural and clinical predictors of outcome in posterior circulation patients have not been evaluated in large cohort studies. OBJECTIVE:To investigate t...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Alawieh AM,Eid M,Anadani M,Sattur M,Maier IL,Feng W,Goyal N,Starke RM,Rai A,Fargen KM,Psychogios MN,De Leacy R,Grossberg JA,Keyrouz SG,Dumont TM,Kan P,Lena J,Liman J,Arthur AS,Elijovich L,Mccarthy DJ,Saini V,W

更新日期：2020-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE:We report an unusual case of basal ganglia granulomas caused by Candida albicans that surrounded the proximal segment of a nonfunctional cerebrospinal fluid shunt in a previously healthy patient. CLINICAL PRESENTATION:A 22-year-old woman had undergone ventriculoatrial cerebrospinal fluid shunt...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Soto-Hernández JL,Ramírez-Crescencio MA,Moreno Estrada VM,del Valle Robles R

更新日期：2000-10-01 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：:Experience with 120 patients who incurred a gunshot wound to the head with dural penetration is presented. All of the patients were managed by a standard resuscitation protocol and assigned a clinical grade based on their level of consciousness both at the time of presentation and at 2 to 4 months after injury. Fifty ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Benzel EC,Day WT,Kesterson L,Willis BK,Kessler CW,Modling D,Hadden TA

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selected commercially designated temporary clips (Acland, Biemer, Kleinert-Kutz, Variangle, and Yasargil) were applied for 1 hour to rat common carotid arteries. Scanning electron and light microscopic studies revealed varying degrees of endothelial damage. The authors believe that further improvements are needed in t...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Dujovny M,Kossovsky N,Laha RK,Leff L,Wackenhut N,Perlin A

更新日期：1979-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Recent studies of age-related effects on cognition and performance have raised concerns about the appropriate timing and regulatory surveillance of retirement for surgeons. Little is known about the practice patterns and retirement plans of aging neurosurgeons. Analyses of informed opinions on possible regula...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Scarrow AM,Linskey M,Asher AL,Anderson VC,Selden NR

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)/vascular permeability factor (VPF) is a potent angiogenic growth factor implicated in the tumor angiogenesis/metastasis of a number of human cancers. Activation of receptors for VEGF/VPF is specifically mitogenic to endothelial cells and increases their permeability. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Provias J,Claffey K,delAguila L,Lau N,Feldkamp M,Guha A

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of magnetic resonance (MR) evaluation in 18 patients with common neurosurgical problems, including cerebrovascular lesions, intracranial tumors, and craniovertebral junction pathological conditions, are presented. The results are compared with those of routine diagnostic studies. Overall, MR imaging was eq...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Spetzler RF,Zabramski JM,Kaufman B

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to investigate the microsurgical results of symptomatic sacral perineurial cysts of 11 patients and to discuss the treatment options of the past 10 years. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed the records of 11 patients with symptomatic sacral perineurial cysts who underwent microsurg...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Guo D,Shu K,Chen R,Ke C,Zhu Y,Lei T

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anterior cervical instrumentation is used as an adjunct to bone fusion; however, definitive biomechanical data to support some applications and techniques are lacking. In the absence of supportive experimental data, posterior cortical penetration has been recommended with the Caspar system. Previously, we compared the...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Gallagher MR,Maiman DJ,Reinartz J,Pintar F,Yoganandan N

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess and compare levels and patterns of expression for integrins alphavbeta1, alphavbeta3, and alphavbeta5 in arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and cavernous malformations (CCMs) of the brain. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Specimens from 10 AVM and 10 CCM lesions were selected from 112 patients with AVMs and 9...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Seker A,Yildirim O,Kurtkaya O,Sav A,Günel M,Pamir MN,Kiliç T

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the combined petrosal approach has significant advantages for medium to large petroclival lesions, it carries the risk of a few major complications. The cerebrospinal fluid leak rate with this approach has been reported to be as high as 15%. OBJECTIVE:To describe an innovative technique of watertig...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kusumi M,Fukushima T,Aliabadi H,Mehta AI,Noro S,Rosen CL,Fujii K

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study compares the acute and chronic response of brain tissue to injury by equal power density, focused argon (Ar) and carbon dioxide (CO2) laser beams. A cortical incision from 0.2-second laser pulses of 12.5 X 10(3) W/cm2 power density was made in the exposed cortex of 32 rats using either the CO2 or the Ar las...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Boggan JE,Edwards MS,Davis RL,Bolger CA,Martin N

更新日期：1982-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A right common carotid to distal middle cerebral artery bypass utilizing a saphenous vein graft was performed in a patient with episodic cerebral ischemia and reversible ischemic neurological deficit. The patient was relieved of his symptoms, and there was improved motor function in the left hand. Postoperative angiog...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Story JL,Brown WE Jr,Eidelberg E,Arom KV,Stewart JR

更新日期：1978-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Electric stimulation of the dorsal spinal cord (DCS) in the treatment of pain in peripheral vascular disease is known to enhance peripheral circulation, but the mechanisms are still obscure. An earlier study has provided indirect evidence that the vasodilator effect is dependent upon alteration of sympathetic vasomoto...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Linderoth B,Gunasekera L,Meyerson BA

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The development of delayed ischemia caused by cerebral vasospasm remains a common cause of morbidity and mortality after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. Preliminary studies suggest that 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors (statins) may decrease the risk of vasospasm, but additional ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Kramer AH,Gurka MJ,Nathan B,Dumont AS,Kassell NF,Bleck TP

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A spinal tumor complicating pregnancy is a rare condition. A 25-year-old woman who became paraplegic during the 35th week of her second pregnancy presented during the postpartum period. She underwent two surgical interventions, and the cord compression caused by a T5 vertebral body hemangioma with laminar involvement ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Tekkök IH,Açìkgöz B,Sağlam S,Onol B

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Schwannomas that arise from the trigeminal nerve are rare and are usually managed by surgical resection. The role of radiosurgery in the care of patients with these basal tumors remains to be defined. METHODS:We reviewed the clinical presentation, management, and outcomes for 16 trigeminal schwannoma patient...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Huang CF,Kondziolka D,Flickinger JC,Lunsford LD

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Various techniques have been used to stop venous bleeding from the epidural space, vertebral venous plexus, and cavernous sinus. Here, we describe our experience with the use of fibrin glue to stop venous bleeding in these areas. METHODS:During the last 8 years, the senior author (LNS) has used injection of ...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Sekhar LN,Natarajan SK,Manning T,Bhagawati D

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Spine deformities, notably scoliosis, are known to occur in conjunction with syringomyelia. This study aims to analyze the effect of laminectomies performed in the course of treatment of syringomyelia. It examines the incidence, severity, and type of spine deformity as it relates to the extent and location of...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Batzdorf U,Khoo LT,McArthur DL

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cerebral vasospasm is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients who are hospitalized because of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). Recent work has suggested that activation of the complement cascade contributes to the development of cerebral vasospasm. To further examine this hypothesis,...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： German JW,Gross CE,Giclas P,Watral W,Bednar MM

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cavernous angiomas represent 5 to 12% of spinal vascular malformations and usually are located at the vertebral body level with possible extension into the extradural space. The intradural intramedullary cavernoma occurs in about 3% of cases, whereas extramedullary localization is extremely rare. A new case of an intr...

journal_title：Neurosurgery

authors： Mastronardi L,Ferrante L,Scarpinati M,Gagliardi FM,Celli P,Fortuna A

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00