Role of edema in peritumoral cyst formation.

abstract：:Resection of intramedullary spinal cord tumors carries a high risk for surgical damage to the motor pathways. This surgery is therefore optimal for testing the performance of intraoperative motor evoked potential (MEP) monitoring. This report attempts to provide evidence for the accurate representation of patients' pr...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Kothbauer KF,Deletis V,Epstein FJ

更新日期：1998-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) of the posterior fossa are complex neurovascular lesions that are less common than their supratentorial counterparts, accounting for < 15% of all AVMs. The majority of patients with these lesions present with intracranial hemorrhage, a factor that has been consistently shown to incre...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Arnaout OM,Gross BA,Eddleman CS,Bendok BR,Getch CC,Batjer HH

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:Arachnoid cysts are commonly encountered fluid collections in the central nervous system. Recent advances in neuroimaging have translated into an increased detection of these cysts; that is, diagnoses can be made more frequently at earlier stages. Significant advances have also been made in the surgical manageme...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Pradilla G,Jallo G

更新日期：2007-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Every neurosurgeon develops his or her own standard approach to common intracranial pathologies in terms of the order in which different stages are performed and which instruments are used to perform individual tasks. The majority of the basic steps in performing a craniotomy are learned through repetition and practic...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Chittiboina P,Connor DE Jr,Nanda A

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:OBJECTIVE Stereotactic needle biopsies are usually performed for histopathological confirmation of intracranial lymphomas to guide adequate treatment. During biopsy, intraoperative histopathology is an effective tool to avoid acquisition of nondiagnostic samples. In the last years, 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA)-induce...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Kiesel B,Millesi M,Woehrer A,Furtner J,Bavand A,Roetzer T,Mischkulnig M,Wolfsberger S,Preusser M,Knosp E,Widhalm G

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Choroid plexus tumors consist of papillomas and carcinomas. A variety of germline and somatic genetic changes have been demonstrated for each of these subtypes. In this paper, the authors summarize the current knowledge of the genetic bases of these tumors. ...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Kamaly-Asl ID,Shams N,Taylor MD

更新日期：2006-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Throughout his illustrious career, Percival Bailey made numerous contributions to the fields of neurology, neuroanatomy, psychiatry, neuropathology, and, of course, neurosurgery. His expertise, his curiosity about the nervous system, and his desire to examine it from all angles were unique. With the exception of Harve...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Ferguson S,Lesniak MS

更新日期：2005-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:The authors present a series of 4 patients with rare facial nerve tumors. The relevant literature is reviewed and is discussed regarding diagnostic features, the role of operative management, and surgical approach. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was conducted for patients with tumors of the facial nerve t...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Ross L,Drazin D,Eboli P,Lekovic GP

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the expectation of monetary compensation has been associated with failures in lumbar discectomy, the issue has not been investigated in patients undergoing cervical disc surgery. The authors analyzed the relationship between economic forms of secondary gain and surgical outcome in a group of patients with a c...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Kaptain GJ,Shaffrey CI,Alden TD,Young JN,Whitehill R

更新日期：1998-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Intravenous and intraarterial recombinant tissue plasminogen activator remains underutilized in the treatment of acute ischemic stroke, largely due to strict adherence to the concept of the therapeutic time window for administration. Recent efforts to expand the number of patients eligible for thrombolysis have been m...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Amenta PS,Ali MS,Dumont AS,Gonzalez LF,Tjoumakaris SI,Hasan D,Rosenwasser RH,Jabbour P

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:OBJECTIVE Stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG) and MR-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy (MRgLITT) have both emerged as minimally invasive alternatives to open surgery for the localization and treatment of medically refractory lesional epilepsy. Although some data are available about the use of these procedures ...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Cobourn K,Fayed I,Keating RF,Oluigbo CO

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is evidence that the neurosurgical procedure of cranioplasty is as ancient as its better-known counterpart, trephination. With origins in pre-Incan Peru, cranioplasty remains an important reconstructive procedure for modern craniofacial surgery teams to master. Solutions to the often challenging problem of repai...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Bonfield CM,Kumar AR,Gerszten PC

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Frontal sinus fractures are heterogeneous, and management of these fractures is often modified based on injury pattern and institutional experience. The optimal initial treatment of frontal sinus fractures is controversial. Treatment strategies are aimed at correcting cosmetic deformity, as well as at preventing delay...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Castro B,Walcott BP,Redjal N,Coumans JV,Nahed BV

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since its inception, one of the major issues in transsphenoidal surgery has been the adequate visualization of anatomical structures. As transsphenoidal surgery evolved, technical advancements improved the surgical view of the operative field and the orientation. The operating microscope replaced Cushing's headlight a...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Doglietto F,Prevedello DM,Jane JA Jr,Han J,Laws ER Jr

更新日期：2005-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：:OBJECTIVEPituitary adenomas occur in a heterogeneous patient population with diverse perioperative risk factors, endocrinopathies, and other tumor-related comorbidities. This heterogeneity makes predicting postoperative outcomes challenging when using traditional scoring systems. Modern machine learning algorithms can...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Hollon TC,Parikh A,Pandian B,Tarpeh J,Orringer DA,Barkan AL,McKean EL,Sullivan SE

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) often can be surgically treated by either ventral or dorsal decompression and fusion. However, there is a lack of high-level evidence on the relative advantages and disadvantages for these treatments of CSM. The authors' goal was to provide a comprehensive review of the relative b...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Alvin MD,Lubelski D,Benzel EC,Mroz TE

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Germ line and somatic mutations in the neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2) tumor suppressor gene predispose individuals to tumors of the nervous system, including schwannomas and meningiomas. Since identification of the NF2 gene more than a decade ago, a large body of information has been collected on the nature and conseq...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Ruttledge MH,Rouleau GA

更新日期：2005-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Spine surgery carries an inherent risk of damage to critical neural structures. Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) is frequently used to improve the safety of spine surgery by providing real-time assessment of neural structures at risk. Evidence-based guidelines for safe and efficacious use of IONM ar...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Lall RR,Lall RR,Hauptman JS,Munoz C,Cybulski GR,Koski T,Ganju A,Fessler RG,Smith ZA

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cauda equina syndrome is a well-documented complication of uneventful lumbar microdiscectomy. In the vast majority of cases, no radiological explanation can be obtained. In this paper, the authors report two cases of postoperative cauda equina syndrome in patients undergoing single-level de novo lumbar microdiscectomy...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Dimopoulos V,Fountas KN,Machinis TG,Feltes C,Chung I,Johnston K,Robinson JS,Grigorian A

更新日期：2005-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Anterior screw fixation of Type II odontoid fractures provides immediate stabilization of the cervical spine while preserving C1-2 motion. This technique has a high fusion rate, but can be technically challenging. The authors identify key points that should be taken into account to maximize the chance for a favorable ...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Mazur MD,Mumert ML,Bisson EF,Schmidt MH

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There will be major scientific advances and socioeconomic changes in the 21st century that will influence the development of medicine and neurosurgery. These changes will affect those in academic medical centers and the private practitioners of medicine and neurosurgery. Neurosurgeons' philosophy and practice methods ...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Ausman JI,Pawl RP

更新日期：2002-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Foramen magnum meningiomas (FMMs) are slow growing, most often intradural and extramedullary tumors that pose significant challenges to the skull base neurosurgeon. The indolent clinical course of FMMs and their insidious onset of symptoms are important factors that contribute to delayed diagnosis and relative large s...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Flores BC,Boudreaux BP,Klinger DR,Mickey BE,Barnett SL

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuromodulation and deep brain stimulation (DBS) have been increasingly used in many neurological ailments, including essential tremor, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and more. Yet for many patients and practitioners the desire to utilize these therapies is met with caution, given the need for craniotomy, lead inserti...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Rajah G,Saber H,Singh R,Rangel-Castilla L

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The benefits of anterior interbody arthrodesis in deformity surgery are well known and include load sharing and increased fusion rates. A minimally invasive lateral transpsoas approach to the anterior lumbar spine is a promising alternative to traditional interbody techniques for the treatment of adult degenerative sc...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Amin BY,Mummaneni PV,Ibrahim T,Zouzias A,Uribe J

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:Hemangiopericytomas represent a small subset of meningeal tumors. Despite their relatively uncommon nature, they are aggressive tumors known for recurrence. Resection is the standard treatment in most, although regrowth and metastases are common even after resection. The authors evaluate the role of stereotactic...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Chang SD,Sakamoto GT

更新日期：2003-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The ability of diffusion tensor MRI to detect the preferential diffusion of water in cerebral white matter tracts enables neurosurgeons to noninvasively visualize the relationship of lesions to functional neural pathways. Although viewed as a research tool in its infancy, diffusion tractography has evolved into a neur...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Henderson F,Abdullah KG,Verma R,Brem S

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:The authors investigated immunogene therapy for malignant glioma to determine whether its therapeutic efficacy could be improved. METHODS:Four groups of 203-glioma-bearing mice were treated with injections of phosphate-buffered saline, Semliki Forest virus (SFV)-LacZ, retrovirus vector DFG-interleukin (IL)-12, ...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Yamanaka R,Zullo SA,Tanaka R,Ramsey J,Blaese M,Xanthopoulos KG

更新日期：2000-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：:OBJECTIVE Tectal gliomas constitute a rare and inhomogeneous group of lesions with an uncertain clinical course. Because these supposedly benign tumors are frequently followed up by observation over many years, the authors undertook this analysis of their own case series in an effort to demonstrate that the clinical c...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Mohme M,Fritzsche FS,Mende KC,Matschke J,Löbel U,Kammler G,Westphal M,Emami P,Martens T

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:The goal in this study was to determine if there was a change in intracranial venous diameters after endovascular treatment of carotid distribution vasospasm caused by subarachnoid hemorrhage. METHODS:The venous diameters were measured in all patients who received intraarterial papaverine and/or balloon angiopl...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Elsayed AA,Moran CJ,Cross DT 3rd,Derdeyn CP,Pilgram TK,Milburn JM,Dacey RG Jr,Diringer MN Jr

更新日期：2006-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECT:Resorbable polymer implants have become a compelling option in the treatment of acquired and congenital craniofacial deformities. In particular, the resorbable polylactide and polyglycolide polymers have demonstrated excellent safety profiles in multiple in vitro, animal, and clinical studies and are currently b...

journal_title：Neurosurgical focus

authors： Cohen SR,Holmes RE,Meltzer HS,Levy ML,Beckett MZ

更新日期：2004-03-15 00:00:00