abstract：BACKGROUND:Neurosurgical spine specialists receive considerable amounts of industry support that may impact the cost of care. The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between industry payments received by spine surgeons and the total hospital and operating room (OR) costs of an anterior cervical discectomy...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Liu C,Ahmed K,Chen CL,Dudley RA,Gonzales R,Orrico K,Yerneni K,Stienen MN,Veeravagu A,Desai A,Park J,Ratliff JK,Zygourakis CC

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Anatomical barriers (e.g., pedicles, narrow foramina) can hinder direct access to, and removal of, disc fragments that have migrated far downward. Using transforaminal full-endoscopic lumbar discectomy (FELD), we devised a modified technique, the suprapedicular retrocorporeal approach, for herniations in whic...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Chen CM,Lin GX,Sharma S,Kim HS,Sun LW,Wu HH,Chang KS,Chen YC

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tuberculum sella meningiomas typically present with progressive visual loss. It is also known that meningiomas can become symptomatic during pregnancy. Herein we report on 3 patients who presented with progressive visual decline during pregnancy, prompting urgent surgical removal of their meningiomas. CASE ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Mallari RJ,Thakur JD,Griffiths C,Krauss H,Eisenberg A,Barkhoudarian G,Kelly DF

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This meta-analysis of published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of endovascular therapy (ET) for patients with acute ischemic stroke. METHODS:The summary relative risks (RRs) with corresponding 95% confidence intervals were calculated to measure the effectiven...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Xi F,Xue J

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cervical radiculopathy and cervicalgia are commonly managed with spinal epidural steroid injections in the outpatient setting. Although cervical epidural injections are routinely performed, there is potential for significant complications if proper technique and safety measures are not followed. Spinal cord ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Nowicki KW,Gale JR,Agarwal V,Monaco EA 3rd

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to develop and validate a nomogram to predict overall survival (OS) for adult patients with primary intramedullary spinal cord grade II/III ependymoma (PISCGE). We also elucidated the effectiveness of postoperative radiotherapy for this disease. METHODS:Clinical data of patient...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Wang C,Yuan X,Zuo J

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cerebral autosomal recessive arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy (CARASIL) is an extremely rare monogenic autosomal disease associated with the HtrA serine protease 1 (HTRA 1) gene mutation. Recently, a few genetically confirmed CARASIL cases with novel HTRA1 mutations have been re...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Yu Z,Cao S,Wu A,Yue H,Zhang C,Wang J,Xia M,Wu J

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Quantitative documentation of the effects of outbreaks, including the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, is limited in neurosurgery. Our study aimed to evaluate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on neurosurgical practice and to determine whether surgical procedures are associated with increased ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Bajunaid K,Alqurashi A,Alatar A,Alkutbi M,Alzahrani AH,Sabbagh AJ,Alobaid A,Barnawi A,Alferayan AA,Alkhani AM,Salamah AB,Sheikh BY,Alotaibi FE,Alabbas F,Farrash F,Al-Jehani HM,Alhabib H,Alnaami I,Altweijri I,Khoja I

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Temporary placement of an internal distraction rod is one of the surgical options in the treatment of severe scoliosis to avoid preoperative halo traction or vertebral column resection. This technique can be applied in a single session or staged. The aim of our study was to report the outcomes of less-invasi...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Grabala P,Helenius IJ

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Vasospasm developing after subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is an important cause of mortality and morbidity. Lutein is a carotenoid with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The aim of present study was to investigate effects of lutein on the basilar artery and nerve tissues. METHODS:Wistar rats were ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Turk C,Camlar M,Diniz G,Arslan FD,Oren MM,Ozer F

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) as a treatment for cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM) has been controversial, but there are few pathological reports showing its long-term therapeutic effect, and literature reporting the CCM cyst formation after SRS is also rare. CASE DESCRIPTION:We present a 30-year-old ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Wang C,Yu B,Zhang F,Zheng K,Feng Y

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perioperative craniotomy practices depend mainly on neurosurgeon preferences. To investigate the variations in these preferences, we surveyed neurosurgeons in Poland regarding different aspects of their practices. METHODS:Anonymous questionnaires were circulated in 2019 at the neurosurgery conferences in Po...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Przepiórka Ł,Łabędzka K,Kunert P,Kujawski S,Wójtowicz K,Marchel A

更新日期：2020-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Intracranial aneurysms (IAs) are occasionally associated with moyamoya disease (MMD). The purpose of this study was to elucidate differences between patients with MMD with and without IAs and differences between patients with IAs at different locations. METHODS:Between May 2012 and December 2017, consecutive...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Sun H,Tian R,Yu Z,Xiao A,You C,Liu Y

更新日期：2020-10-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Recognition of congenital tethered cervical cord in adults and literature review. METHODS:Retrospective review of adult onset tethered cervical cord patients (age >20 years). RESULTS:Three adults were identified; 2 women and 1 man, average age 47 years. The presenting symptoms were neck pain with restricted...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Menezes AH,Dlouhy BJ

更新日期：2020-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neurocysticercosis, a common parasitic infection in developing areas, usually exists in supratentorial parenchyma. Literature review shows few case reports published for cerebellopontine angle cysticercosis, but its coexistence with a schwannoma in the same cistern has never been seen before. This leads to c...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Choudhary A,Kaushik K,Ahuja A,Varshney R,Sharma R,Phulware RH

更新日期：2020-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Spontaneous spinal subdural hematoma (SSSDH) is exceedingly rare, with significant morbidity in most patients. Acute neurologic deficit in the context of a SSSDH is considered a neurosurgical emergency. We performed a literature review and compared the results with our institutional experience to evaluate the...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Vastani A,Mirza AB,Lavrador JP,Boardman TM,Khan MF,Malik I,Barazi S,Grahovac G

更新日期：2020-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) is a well-recognized complication following surgery for adult spinal deformity (ASD); however, definitions for PJK and its clinical implications can significantly vary by study. This study compares multiple definitions of PJK and describes incidence and clinical significanc...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Ton A,Alluri RK,Kang HP,Kim A,Hah RJ

更新日期：2020-10-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Comparative outcomes of extracranial-to-intracranial (EC-IC) and intracranial-to-intracranial (IC-IC) bypass for complex aneurysm treatment based on rupture status are not well described in the literature. In this study, we compare outcomes of EC-IC and IC-IC bypass for complex intracranial aneurysm treatmen...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Ravina K,Rennert RC,Brandel MG,Strickland BA,Chun A,Lee Y,Carey JN,Russin JJ

更新日期：2020-10-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Every aspect of the medical field has been heavily affected by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, and neurosurgical services are no exception. Several departments have reported their experiences and protocols to provide insights for others impacted. The goals of this study are to report the lo...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Pressman E,Noureldine MHA,Kumar JI,Krafft PR,Mantei B,Greenberg MS,Agazzi S,van Loveren H,Alikhani P

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atlantoaxial instability, a common finding in patients with Down syndrome (DS), is attributed to laxity of ligamentous structures. Cervical spondylosis identified in these patients has a pathogenesis of ligament laxity and early degeneration compared with the normal population. No cases have been reported sh...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Champaneri H,Banerjee AD

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the most common neurosurgical condition globally. In Cameroon, there are 572 cases of TBI per 100,000 people, but <40% of Cameroonians live within 4 hours of a neurosurgical facility. We sought to understand the clinical outcomes at a neurosurgical center in Central Cameroon. ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Takoukam R,Kanmounye US,Robertson FC,Zimmerman K,Nguembu S,Lartigue JW,Park KB,Figuim B,Esene I

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical brain injury caused by brain retraction is a well-known consequence of intracranial surgery. Modern retractor designs, particularly since the 1980s, have significantly improved ease of use, improved visibility for surgeons, and minimized retraction-induced injuries, though not yet been entirely eliminated. To...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Zagzoog N,Reddy KK

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Few studies have examined the impact of teaching status and location on outcomes in subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). The objective of the present study was to compare mortality and functional outcomes among urban teaching, urban nonteaching, and rural centers for hospitalizations with SAH. METHODS:The Nationa...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Neifert SN,Martini ML,Hardigan T,Ladner TR,MacDonald RL,Oermann EK

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The endoscopic approach, chiefly via the maxillary sinus, has growing applications for the lateral skull base, and can be classified into the use of "endonasal" or "sublabial" entry. Although the endonasal transmaxillary approach has been well accepted, it has a limitation with respect to the lateral exposur...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Umehara T,Kinoshita M,Hayama M,Shikina T,Fujimoto Y,Yohei M,Inohara H,Kishima H

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Paragangliomas are uncommon neuroendocrine tumors, rarely occurring in the lumbar spine. Primary lumbar paragangliomas are prominently vascularized, can present variably, and pose both diagnostic and surgical challenges. We report on a large case series with long-term follow-up and intraoperative footage to ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Fiorini F,Lavrador JP,Vergani F,Bhangoo R,Gullan R,Reisz Z,Al-Sarraj S,Ashkan K

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Giant sacral schwannomas are very rare, and less than 1%-5% of spinal schwannomas are found in the sacral region. These frequently grow to considerable size because of permissive anatomic location and benign, slow growth of tumor. They can be unnoticed before reaching a huge size. CASE DESCRIPTION:We report...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Tahta A,Dinc C,Ozdenkaya Y,Cakir A

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intracranial mycotic aneurysms are uncommon. They can occur due to extravascular extension or intravascular seeding of the vessel wall. They often result in subarachnoid hemorrhage with poor prognosis. We present a rare case of subarachnoid hemorrhage due to vertebral artery dissection with aproximal anterio...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Aljuboori Z,Ding D,Andaluz N

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wild-type transthyretin amyloid (ATTRwt) has been noted to deposit in the ligamentum flavum of the spine. Prior studies have focused on ATTRwt in the lumbar region, but studies discussing its presence in other levels of the spine are lacking. We report on the presentation of patients with confirmed amyloid i...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： George KM,Dowd RS,Nail J,Yu A,Mastroianni M,Wang AY,Arkun K,Patel A,Kryzanski J,Comenzo R,Riesenburger RI

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Every year, there are an estimated 22.6 million new neurosurgical consultative cases worldwide, of which 13.8 million require surgery. In 2016, the global neurosurgical workforce was estimated and mapped as open-access information to guide neurosurgeons, affiliates, and policy makers. We present a subsequent...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Kanmounye US,Lartigue JW,Sadler S,Yuki Ip HK,Corley J,Arraez MA,Park K

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extent of resection and tumor grade are considered the most important predictors of progression-free survival (PFS) in meningiomas. However, adjuvant therapy for atypical meningiomas remains controversial, with variable PFS rates of up to 40%. The current mitotic index (MI) range for atypical meningiomas is broad, com...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Domingo RA,Tripathi S,Vivas-Buitrago T,Lu VM,Chaichana KL,Quiñones-Hinojosa A

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spindle cell oncocytomas are extremely rare neoplasms of the sellar, parasellar, and suprasellar regions that can frequently mimic pituitary adenomas. Fewer than 50 cases have been ever reported in the literature, and there is no consensus on best treatments to be provided. CASE DESCRIPTION:We hereby presen...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Tariciotti L,Arrichiello A,Fiore G,Bertani G,Conte G,Paolucci A,Ferrante E,Mantovani G,Locatelli M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adenocarcinomas of müllerian origin are malignancies derived from tissues of the proximal third of the vagina, cervix, uterus, and fallopian tubes. These organs develop from the embryologic müllerian ducts. While reports of perineural spread of certain uterine and cervical carcinomas exist in the literature,...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Murthy NK,Sturgis CD,Amrami KK,Spinner RJ

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Treatment of unruptured intracranial arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) has become controversial since the ARUBA (A Randomized Trial of Unruptured Brain Arteriovenous Malformations) study was published in 2014. We sought to analyze changes in the demographics, clinical presentation, and treatment strategies i...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Naylor RM,Flemming KD,Brinjikji W,Brown RD Jr,Chiu S,Lanzino G

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colloid cysts of the third ventricle are benign congenital lesions. They are at times totally asymptomatic or may be detected in the evaluation for headache, neurologic disturbances, or psychiatric disturbances. They may sometimes cause grave consequences such as coma or even sudden death. The radiologic app...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Kutty RK,Balakrishnan Sreemathyamma S,Sivanandapanicker JL,Asher P,Peethambaran A,Nair NG

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient presented with progressive ischemic stroke and received mechanical thrombectomy with a Solitaire FR device 29 days after stroke onset. The occluded V4 segment of the left vertebral artery showed a double rail sign on angiography, which indicated that the occlusion might have been caused by embolism instead o...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Fu X,Yuan Y,Xu H

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors present the first reported case of a fibroblastic reticular cell tumor (FRCT) presenting with spinal cord compression. FRCTs are the rarest subset of dendritic cell tumors, a specific group of hematologic malignancies. FRCTs reportedly behave similar to low-grade sarcomas as opposed to malignant ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Baig Mirza A,Visagan R,Reisz Z,Bodi I,Bell D,Grahovac G

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs) and spinal arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are relatively rare. Moreover, multiple spinal cord vascular lesions in an individual, such as double DAVFs and DAVF with AVM, are extremely rare. To date, there are only several reported cases of concomitant spinal DAV...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Niu X,Ren Y,Li J

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the occurrence of traumatic intracranial hemorrhage (tICH) and outcome in patients with minor head injury and assess the probable risk factors. METHODS:Patients with minor head injury who visited our hospital from January 2015 to July 2017 were registered consecutively, and enrolled patients were ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Yamada C,Hagiwara S,Ohbuchi H,Kasuya H

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) offers cerebral protection following ischemic stroke and may improve outcomes in conjunction with decompressive hemicraniectomy (DHC). We aimed to assess the effectiveness of TH in patients with malignant ischemic stroke and DHC. METHODS:We performed a meta-analysis in patients ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Kuczynski AM,Ospel JM,Demchuk AM,Goyal M,Mitha AP,Almekhlafi MA

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intracranial hematomas associated with abnormal collateral vessels are observed in certain populations of adult patients with moyamoya disease (MMD). Of these, intraventricular hematomas resulting from rupture of intraventricular aneurysms, which are formed along an abnormal peripheral choroidal artery, are ...

journal_title：World neurosurgery

authors： Tokairin K,Kazumata K,Gotoh S,Sugiyama T,Kobayashi H

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00