abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to compare the accuracy of screw placement between open pedicle screw fixation and percutaneous pedicle screw fixation (MIS) for the treatment of thoracolumbar spine fractures (TSF). METHODS:forty-nine patients with acute TSF who were treated with transpedicular screw fixation from January ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Paredes I,Panero I,Cepeda S,CastaÑo-Leon AM,Jimenez-Roldan L,Perez-NuÑez Á,AlÉn JA,Lagares A

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spinal arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare disease entities with significant morbidity if untreated. Risk factors of complications, hospitalization and costs-of-care remain in need of characterization. METHODS:Using the National Inpatient Sample years 2002-2014, adult subjects with spinal AVMs who u...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Yue JK,Deng H,Winkler EA,Ordaz A,Gillis-Buck EM,Lee YM,Safaee MM,Abla AA,Huang MC,Dhall SS

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spinal surgery has to address the challenge of a dramatic increase of the growing number of older persons. The purpose of the present study was to project the numbers of surgically treated degenerative spine disease (DSD) in Austria from 2017 until 2080 to provide potential future scenarios that the Austrian...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Hitzl W,Schwartz C,Zausinger S,Winkler PA,Ladisich B,SchÖffski O,Romagna A

更新日期：2021-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has greatly disturbed healthcare and the practice of neurosurgery. As healthcare systems evolve in the face of COVID-19, the use of telehealth platforms has expanded. We present the results of a large survey of patient perspectives on the role of telehealth in the care of ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Maurer RK,Hallan D,Maurer TC,Lee C,Kelleher JP

更新日期：2021-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The short pars and the narrowed surgical corridor for far lateral L5S1 herniation make the transpars approach challenging. The aim of this study is to determine the feasibility, efficacy and safety of the transpars microscopic approach for the treatment of L5-S1 foraminal and extraforaminal lumbar disc herni...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： De Bonis P,Musio A,Mongardi L,Lofrese G,La Marca F,Visani J,Cavallo MA,Scerrati A

更新日期：2020-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Management of spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains controversial despite efforts to produce high level evidence in the past few years. We systematically examined the pooled literature data on the natural history and surgical management of ICH. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION:A systematic review was per...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Rychen J,O'Neill A,Lai LT,Bervini D

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Posterior dynamic stabilization of the lumbar spine is spreading as a viable alternative to spinal fusion, aiming to achieve an equally satisfactory clinical outcome without making the spine completely rigid. We describe the feasibility of a minimally invasive surgical technique used to implant a hybrid system and per...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Barbagallo GM,Certo F

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endoscopic endonasal approaches (EEA) to the skull base have significantly impacted the management of lesions located in the cranial base. Specifically, lesions arising from the anterior cranial fossa, such as pituitary macroadenomas, craniopharyngiomas meningiomas and craniofacial malignancies have benefited from the...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Almeida JP,De Andrade EJ,Vescan A,Zadeh G,Recinos PF,Kshettry VR,Gentili F

更新日期：2020-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adjacent-level disease after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) occurs in a significant proportion of patients and frequently requires revision operation. Methods using traditional plates typically require removal of the plate with anecdotally increased operative-time and morbidity. We review our...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Hawasli AH,Cashin JL,Wright NM

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nitric oxide (NO) is synthesized by the conversion of Arginine (Arg) into the NO and Citrulline (Cit). Although the NO is involved into the pathogenesis of several physiological and pathological processes, the role of NO in pituitary adenomas (PA) progression is not determined. Our purpose was to evaluate th...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Babula D,Horecka A,Luchowska-Kocot D,Kocot J,Kurzepa J

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many neurosurgeons advocate subpial technique as the best technique to remove supratentorial gliomas. However, few authors clearly defined advantages and features of this technique. The aim of our study is to describe microsurgical subpial technique related to glioma surgery, with regard to its safety and co...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Lavalle L,D'elia A,Ciavarro M,Esposito V

更新日期：2020-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The impact of COVID-19 outbreak in the neurosurgical practice has been dramatic, imposing several limitations. The aim of this study is to present how the neurosurgical departments of Emilia-Romagna, a northern Italian region, have re-set their organization to maintain the higher standard of care as possible...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Mazzatenta D,Zoli M,Cavallo MA,Ferro S,Giombelli E,Pavesi G,Sturiale C,Tosatto L,Zucchelli M

更新日期：2020-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To determine the association between magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-detected vulnerable Carotid Plaques and clinical presentation related to ipsilateral carotid artery territory. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION:We searched three databases including Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid EMBASE, and Scopus from 2000 to 2018 for studie...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Seyedsaadat SM,Rizvi A,Alzuabi M,Dugani SB,Murad MH,Huston J 3rd,Saba L,Brinjikji W

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Navigated instrumented spine surgery is burden by a low but significant screw mispositioning risks, respectively, for the 2D imaging system from 15 to 40% and, for the 3D imaging system, ranging from 4.1 to 11.5%. The primary objective of this study was to demonstrate the efficacy of a new "screw-like" tool i...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Nicoletti G,Furnari M,Giuffrida M,Ponzo G,Iacopino DG,Cammarata G,Scalia G,Graziano F

更新日期：2020-04-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this prospective comparative study is to assess the functional outcome in two groups of patients suffering from spinal lumbar instability and treated by decompression and stabilization with posterior lumbar interbody fusion using percutaneous pedicle screws (PCT) or a novel technique of divergent ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： De Bonis P,Chiccoli M,Visani J,Cavallo MA,Scerrati A

更新日期：2020-02-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite decades of therapeutic and molecular refinements, the prognosis of patients with glioblastoma (GBM) still remains unfavorable. Integrative clinical studies allow a better understanding of the natural evolution of GBM. To assess independent predictors of overall survival (OS) and progression free surv...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Ius T,Pignotti F,Della Pepa GM,Bagatto D,Isola M,Battistella C,Gaudino S,Pegolo E,Chiesa S,Arcicasa M,La Rocca G,Olivi A,Skrap M,Sabatino G

更新日期：2020-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Today, transcranial (TC) approach indications are particularly rare in pituitary adenomas (PA), representing 1.1% of all PA surgeries in our experience. In these rare and selected cases, the complications, advantages, and disadvantages of TC approach were also analyzed. METHODS:Nineteen cases of giant PA (≥...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Graillon T,Castinetti F,Fuentes S,Gras R,Brue T,Dufour H

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the routine practice of neurosurgery, the attainment of appropriate hemostasis during and after surgery is of the utmost importance. In the last few years, we have noticed that in several cases the standard coagulation methods (bipolar, Tabotamp, Spongostan) were not sufficient; in particular, patients with intrapa...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Del Verme J,Conti C,Guida F

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The choice of heterologous materials for cranioplasty after decompressive craniectomy is still difficult. The aim of this study is to examine the association between material of choice and related complications to suggest the best treatment option. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION:A systematic review was performed fo...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Morselli C,Zaed I,Tropeano MP,Cataletti G,Iaccarino C,Rossini Z,Servadei F

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：: ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Bagatti D,Nazzi V,Egitto MG,Franzini A,Chiapparini L

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors have carried out a retrospective study to assess the advantages of real-time spinal navigation with 3D-fluoro images (O-arm® and StealthStation® navigation systems, Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN, USA) versus fluoroscopy in spinal surgery. The aim of the study is to ascertain whether this technology ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Roccucci P,Peron S,Minotti M,Stefini R

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Substantia nigra (SN) hyperechogenicity has been proved to be a characteristic finding for idiopathic Parkinson's disease (PD), occurring in more than 90% of the patients. This echofeature is owed to increased amounts of iron in the SN region and reflects a functional impairment of the nigrostriatal dopaminergic syste...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Bor-Seng-Shu E,Paschoal FM,Almeida KJ,De Lima Oliveira M,Nogueira RC,Teixeira MJ,Walter U

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a common cause of permanent disability for which clinical management remains suboptimal. Elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) is a common sequela following TBI leading to death and permanent disability if not properly managed. While clinicians often employ stepwise acute care algorithms...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Yue JK,Rick JW,Deng H,Feldman MJ,Winkler EA

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Accurately locating small subcortical brain lesions is very important for maximal surgical resection with minimal neurological damage. Intraoperative MRI has proved to be more precise than ultrasound, it is relatively expensive and is not available in all centers. Herein we describe a new, simple, safe and e...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Kazanci A,Gurcan O,Gurcay A,Bozkurt I,Algin O,Turkoglu O,Bavbek M

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Identification of the central sulcus can require inspection of subtle differences or require certain pulse sequences. This study identifies the central sulcus by signal intensity on Double Inversion Recovery (DIR) images in multiple anatomic locations and imaging planes. METHODS:49 patients (98 hemispheres)...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Mark IT,Luetmer PH,Rydberg CH,Witte RJ,Geske JR,Johnson MP,Lehman VT

更新日期：2019-04-02 00:00:00

abstract：: ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Gioffrè G,Impusino A,Tacconi L

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this paper was to systematically review the evidence linking Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) with the development of symptomatic degenerative disc disease. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION:Data were obtained from MEDLINE from their inception to October 2015. Two authors independently conducted the searche...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Berjano P,Villafañe JH,Lo Re D,Ismael M,Damilano M,Bertozzi L,Romanò CL,Drago L

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The traditional approach to patients suffering from cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) consists of mere assessment of radiological standard magnetic resonance (MR) images and evaluation of surgical indication, depending on clinical symptoms and degree of radiological stenosis. Identification of prognostic...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Tessitore E,Broc N,Mekideche A,Seeck M,Truffert A,Vargas MI,Schonauer C,Schaller K

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：: ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Schonauer C,Berjano P,De Falco R,Tessitore E

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients undergoing elective spinal fusion have an alarming rate of vitamin D deficiency, but its impact on bone fusion and patient outcomes is unclear. We investigated the association of perioperative vitamin D levels, fusion rates, and patient-reported outcome in patients undergoing spinal fusion for cervi...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Ravindra VM,Guan J,Holland CM,Dailey AT,Schmidt MH,Godzik J,Hood RS,Ray WZ,Bisson EF

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：: ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Liu Y,Du K,Sun F,Xu H,Li J

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Precise identification of tumor margins is of the utmost importance in neuro-oncology. Confocal microscopy is capable of rapid imaging of fresh tissues at cellular resolution and has been miniaturized into handheld probe-based systems suitable for use in the operating room. We aimed to perform a literature review to p...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Belykh E,Cavallo C,Gandhi S,Zhao X,Veljanoski D,Izady Yazdanabadi M,Martirosyan NL,Byvaltsev VA,Eschbacher J,Preul MC,Nakaji P

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent clinical trials demonstrated the efficacy of thrombectomy for ischemic stroke against acute large vessel occlusion (LVO). To overcome the problem with excessive examination time for diagnosis of cerebral perfusion and/or the use of contrast agent to determine penumbra, we adopted a new magnetic resona...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Oura D,Kawabori M,Niiya Y,Iwasaki M,Satoh S,Yokohama T,Mabuchi S,Houkin K

更新日期：2018-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Embolization is commonly used for the treatment of brain arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) prior to stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). Due to mixed outcomes, however, its use remains controversial. This article is a review of recent studies assessing the efficacy of pre-radiosurgical embolization for brain AVMs. Articl...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Iyer A,D'souza M,Steinberg GK

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Carotid artery dissections have long been associated with compromise of the structural integrity of the arterial wall from heritable connective-tissue disorders, hypertension, and trauma. However, an association between spontaneous internal carotid artery dissection and tortuous or redundant carotid anatomy ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Kim ST,Brinjikji W,Lehman VT,Carr CM,Luetmer PH,Rydberg CH

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oxidative stress (OS) plays a substantial role in inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases, causing cellular damage and mitochondrial dysfunction. OS also contributes to aging and severe neural disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Previous registries have documented a reduction in OS le...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Belcaro G,Saggino A,Cornelli U,Luzzi R,Dugall M,Hosoi M,Feragalli B,Cesarone MR

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:There is uncertainty as to the best management of arteriovenous malformations of the brain (bAVM). However, the Spetzler-Martin grade (SMG) has been validated as an effective determinant of surgical risks. We performed a systematic review for the best evidence regarding the management of bAVM for series th...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Simons M,Morgan MK,Davidson AS

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Impairments in cognitive function are difficult to evaluate and measure. In most cases, subjects do not perceive any alteration in their own status, particularly in case of mild cognitive impairment. In case of minimal alterations of cognitive function, no real treatment exists at the moment. Functional and/...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Hosoi M,Belcaro G,Saggino A,Luzzi R,Dugall M,Feragalli B

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intramedullary ependymomas are uncommon tumors that can occur within the medullary substance of the spinal cord. Despite this difficult location, they are typically benign tumors that can most often be removed completely with an acceptable surgical risk. Therefore, the recommended management approach is usually surgic...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Borges LF

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ependymoma can arise throughout all compartments of the central nervous system with prevalence for intracranial and spinal location in children and adults, respectively. The current histopathology based WHO grading system distinguishes grade I, II 'classic', and III 'anaplastic' ependymoma. However, analysis of multip...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical sciences

authors： Hübner JM,Kool M,Pfister SM,Pajtler KW

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00