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View article: Adult pilocytic astrocytomas: challenging the benign paradigm with surgical risks, recurrence dynamics, and molecular insights
Adult pilocytic astrocytomas: challenging the benign paradigm with surgical risks, recurrence dynamics, and molecular insights Open
Purpose Adult pilocytic astrocytoma (APA) is rare and clinically distinct from pediatric counterparts. Despite generally favorable prognosis, recurrence rates vary significantly based on tumor characteristics and surgical approaches. Liter…
View article: Quantitative pupillometry as a sensitive biomarker for detecting subtle neurological impairment in mild traumatic brain injury – a pilot study
Quantitative pupillometry as a sensitive biomarker for detecting subtle neurological impairment in mild traumatic brain injury – a pilot study Open
View article: Beyond surgical radicality in intramedullary spinal cord metastases: neurological function and systemic disease burden drive patient outcomes
Beyond surgical radicality in intramedullary spinal cord metastases: neurological function and systemic disease burden drive patient outcomes Open
Purpose Intramedullary spinal cord metastases (ISCM) are rare, clinically challenging lesions with limited evidence-based guidance. Optimal surgical management remains controversial, particularly regarding the ideal extent of resection (EO…
View article: Neurosurgical management of brain metastases in the elderly: a prospective study on adverse event prevalence and predictors
Neurosurgical management of brain metastases in the elderly: a prospective study on adverse event prevalence and predictors Open
View article: Correlation of endoscopic third ventriculostomy with postoperative body temperature elevation: a single-center retrospective comparative study
Correlation of endoscopic third ventriculostomy with postoperative body temperature elevation: a single-center retrospective comparative study Open
View article: Best Abstract: Prospective Insights into Pediatric Neurosurgery: Transforming Care Through Adverse Event Analysis
Best Abstract: Prospective Insights into Pediatric Neurosurgery: Transforming Care Through Adverse Event Analysis Open
View article: Evaluating the role of quantitative pupillometry in chronic subdural hematoma: A pilot study
Evaluating the role of quantitative pupillometry in chronic subdural hematoma: A pilot study Open
Introduction: As the incidence of chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) increases with an aging population, identifying noninvasive methods for early detection and monitoring is crucial. Brain atrophy in older adults creates additional intracra…
View article: Optimizing microvascular decompression for trigeminal Neuralgia: Addressing vertebrobasilar ectasia challenges – A technical note
Optimizing microvascular decompression for trigeminal Neuralgia: Addressing vertebrobasilar ectasia challenges – A technical note Open
These findings suggest that interposition-based MVD using a Teflon cloud effectively addresses TN in the context of VBE by providing stable nerve decompression and minimizing vascular manipulation. A refined MVD with a "Teflon cloud" inter…
View article: Navigating Age-Related Challenges: Surgical Outcomes for Spinal Metastases in Diverse Age Groups
Navigating Age-Related Challenges: Surgical Outcomes for Spinal Metastases in Diverse Age Groups Open
View article: Pilot Study: AI-Assisted Deep Analysis of Cervical Spinal Stenosis – Integrating Deep Learning and Radiomics to Enhance Diagnostic Precision
Pilot Study: AI-Assisted Deep Analysis of Cervical Spinal Stenosis – Integrating Deep Learning and Radiomics to Enhance Diagnostic Precision Open
View article: Quantitative Pupillometry: A Novel Approach in Pediatric Aqueductal Stenosis and Hydrocephalus Management- A Proof of Concept Study
Quantitative Pupillometry: A Novel Approach in Pediatric Aqueductal Stenosis and Hydrocephalus Management- A Proof of Concept Study Open
View article: Prospective Analysis of 30-Day Postoperative Adverse Events in Skull Base Surgery: Insights into Risk Factors and Mitigation Strategies from a Neurosurgical Tertiary Care Center
Prospective Analysis of 30-Day Postoperative Adverse Events in Skull Base Surgery: Insights into Risk Factors and Mitigation Strategies from a Neurosurgical Tertiary Care Center Open
View article: Evaluating optic system compression in sellar tumors: A novel application of quantitative pupillometry
Evaluating optic system compression in sellar tumors: A novel application of quantitative pupillometry Open
View article: Tailored surgical approaches for spinal chordomas: A multidisciplinary perspective
Tailored surgical approaches for spinal chordomas: A multidisciplinary perspective Open
View article: Decoding pediatric spinal tumors: a single-center retrospective case series on etiology, presentation, therapeutic strategies, and outcomes
Decoding pediatric spinal tumors: a single-center retrospective case series on etiology, presentation, therapeutic strategies, and outcomes Open
Introduction Spinal tumors (ST) often result in dire prognosis, carrying risks such as permanent paralysis, sensory loss, and sphincter dysfunction. Data on their incidence and etiology in pediatric populations are markedly scant. Our stud…
View article: Advances in the multidisciplinary surgical approach to primary spinal sarcomas: insights from a retrospective case series on outcomes and survival
Advances in the multidisciplinary surgical approach to primary spinal sarcomas: insights from a retrospective case series on outcomes and survival Open
Introduction The management of spinal sarcomas is complex, given their widespread involvement and high recurrence rates. Despite consensus on the need for a multidisciplinary approach with surgery at its core, there is a lack of definitive…
View article: The association of COVID-19 pandemic with the increase of sinogenic and otogenic intracranial infections in children: a 10-year retrospective comparative single-center study
The association of COVID-19 pandemic with the increase of sinogenic and otogenic intracranial infections in children: a 10-year retrospective comparative single-center study Open
Objective: Otitis media and sinusitis are common childhood infections, typically mild with good outcomes. Recent studies show a rise in intracranial abscess cases in children, raising concerns about a link to COVID-19. This study compares …
View article: A Comprehensive Prospective Analysis of Surgical Outcomes and Adverse Events in Spinal Procedures Among Octogenarians: A Detailed Analysis From a German Tertiary Center
A Comprehensive Prospective Analysis of Surgical Outcomes and Adverse Events in Spinal Procedures Among Octogenarians: A Detailed Analysis From a German Tertiary Center Open
Study design Prospective case series. Objectives Drawing from prospective data, this study delves into the frequency and nature of adverse events (AEs) following spinal surgery specifically in octogenarians, shedding light on the challenge…
View article: Optimizing patient outcome in intracranial tumor surgery: a detailed prospective study of adverse events and mortality reduction strategies in neurosurgery
Optimizing patient outcome in intracranial tumor surgery: a detailed prospective study of adverse events and mortality reduction strategies in neurosurgery Open
View article: Surgical management of ventrally located cervical epidural abscess: A comparative analysis between patients aged 18–64 years and ≥65 years
Surgical management of ventrally located cervical epidural abscess: A comparative analysis between patients aged 18–64 years and ≥65 years Open
Emergency surgical evacuation should be undertaken for CSEA in the presence of acute neurological deterioration regardless of the age. Factors, such as age, comorbidities, and neurological status on admission appear to be important predict…
View article: Correlation of visual field deficits and q-ball high-resolution fiber tractography of the optic radiation for adjacently located intracerebral lesions: preliminary results from a single-center prospective study
Correlation of visual field deficits and q-ball high-resolution fiber tractography of the optic radiation for adjacently located intracerebral lesions: preliminary results from a single-center prospective study Open
Visual field deficits (VFDs) are common in patients with temporal and occipital lobe lesions. Diffusion tensor fiber tractography (DTI-FT) is widely used for surgery planning to reduce VFDs. Q-ball high-resolution fiber tractography (QBI-H…
View article: A comprehensive prospective analysis of surgical outcomes and adverse events in spinal procedures among octogenarians: A detailed analysis from a German tertiary center
A comprehensive prospective analysis of surgical outcomes and adverse events in spinal procedures among octogenarians: A detailed analysis from a German tertiary center Open
View article: Pediatric skull base tumors: Clinical features and surgical outcomes; a single center retrospective study with a review of literature
Pediatric skull base tumors: Clinical features and surgical outcomes; a single center retrospective study with a review of literature Open
View article: Q-Ball high-resolution fiber tractography: Optimizing corticospinal tract delineation near gliomas and its role in the prediction of postoperative motor deficits– A proof of concept study
Q-Ball high-resolution fiber tractography: Optimizing corticospinal tract delineation near gliomas and its role in the prediction of postoperative motor deficits– A proof of concept study Open
Our preliminary findings suggest that QBI-FT may offer advantages over DTI-FT in predicting postoperative motor deficits, potentially enhancing neurosurgical planning. However, due to the small sample size of our study, these results are e…
View article: Abstract: Semi-automatic White Matter Tract Segmentation using Active Learning atTRACTive
Abstract: Semi-automatic White Matter Tract Segmentation using Active Learning atTRACTive Open
View article: Prospective insights into spinal surgery outcomes and adverse events: A comparative study between patients 65–79 years vs. ≥80 years from a German tertiary center
Prospective insights into spinal surgery outcomes and adverse events: A comparative study between patients 65–79 years vs. ≥80 years from a German tertiary center Open
View article: The use of quantitative pupillometry in brain death determination: preliminary findings
The use of quantitative pupillometry in brain death determination: preliminary findings Open
Purpose Quantitative pupillometry (QP) has been increasingly applied in neurocritical care as an easy-to-use and reliable technique for evaluating the pupillary light reflex (PLR). Here, we report our preliminary findings on using QP for c…
View article: Reevaluating age restrictions of spinal metastasis surgery in elderly groups with over 2-year follow-up
Reevaluating age restrictions of spinal metastasis surgery in elderly groups with over 2-year follow-up Open
This study aimed to compare and assess clinical outcomes of spinal metastasis with epidural spinal cord compression (MESCC) in patients aged 65–79 years and ≥ 80 years with an acute onset of neurological illness who underwent laminectomy. …
View article: Morbidity and mortality related to type II odontoid fractures in octogenarians undergoing surgery: a retrospective study with 5 year follow up
Morbidity and mortality related to type II odontoid fractures in octogenarians undergoing surgery: a retrospective study with 5 year follow up Open
Introduction The prevalence of trauma is increasing in the geriatric population. The optimal therapy for type II odontoid fractures in the elderly is controversial. This study aims to assess the morbidity and mortality associated with odon…