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View article: Case Report: Cerebral Edema and Tonsillar Herniation Leading to Brain Death After Cocaine Use in a Patient with End-Stage Renal Disease
Case Report: Cerebral Edema and Tonsillar Herniation Leading to Brain Death After Cocaine Use in a Patient with End-Stage Renal Disease Open
The effect of cocaine use on the cerebral vasculature is well understood, with potential for ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. The risk of adverse effects can be prolonged and amplified in patients with renal dysfunction and uremia. Uremia-i…
View article: Influence of clinical and radiological parameters on the likelihood of neurological improvement after surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy
Influence of clinical and radiological parameters on the likelihood of neurological improvement after surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy Open
OBJECTIVE Degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is routinely treated with surgical decompression, but disparate postoperative outcomes are frequently observed, ranging from complete neurological recovery to persistent decline. Although nu…
View article: Can activated titanium interbody cages accelerate or enhance spinal fusion? a review of the literature and a design for clinical trials
Can activated titanium interbody cages accelerate or enhance spinal fusion? a review of the literature and a design for clinical trials Open
View article: pdf Limits to Neurosurgical Care for an Undocumented Immigrant in the United States
pdf Limits to Neurosurgical Care for an Undocumented Immigrant in the United States Open
Documentation status is a well-recognized social determinant of health in the immigrant population of the United Sates. Lack of financial means and fear of legal repercussions can delay medical attention, limit treatment options, and decre…