2023
Management of dynamic cervical kyphosis with dorsal epidural lipomatosis: a Hirayama disease variant? Illustrative case
Kundishora A, Reeves B, Moreno-De-Luca A, Hong C, Robert S, Elsamadicy A, Tuason D, DiLuna M. Management of dynamic cervical kyphosis with dorsal epidural lipomatosis: a Hirayama disease variant? Illustrative case. Journal Of Neurosurgery Case Lessons 2023, 5: case22481. PMID: 36880508, PMCID: PMC10550661, DOI: 10.3171/case22481.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCervical kyphosisHirayama diseaseMagnetic resonance imagingSelf-limiting natureTwo-level anterior cervical discectomySpinal magnetic resonance imagingNormal cervical lordosisAggressive surgical managementAnterior cervical discectomySpinal cord compressionPosterior spinal fusionProgressive paresthesiaCord compressionSurgical decompressionCervical discectomyCervical myelopathyEpidural lipomatosisCervical immobilizationMRI findingsCervical lordosisSurgical managementCervical collarCharacteristic findingsRare entityTreatment options
2022
The role of Vertebral Augmentation Procedures in the management of vertebral compression fractures secondary to multiple myeloma
Eseonu K, Panchmatia J, Streetly M, Grauer J, Fakouri B. The role of Vertebral Augmentation Procedures in the management of vertebral compression fractures secondary to multiple myeloma. Hematological Oncology 2022, 41: 323-334. PMID: 36440820, DOI: 10.1002/hon.3102.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsVertebral augmentation proceduresVertebral compression fracturesMid-vertebral heightBalloon kyphoplastyMultiple myelomaPain controlCompression fracturesSpinal lesionsCurrent evidenceLong-term pain controlAugmentation proceduresNew oncological therapiesNon-operative managementEfficacy of vertebroplastySuperior functional outcomesFractured vertebral bodyVertebral body heightSoft tissue massSoft tissue lesionsSpinal bracingPalliative radiotherapySegmental kyphosisSurgical decompressionKyphotic deformitySerious complicationsHistological changes associated with laser interstitial thermal therapy for radiation necrosis: illustrative cases
Fomchenko EI, Leelatian N, Darbinyan A, Huttner AJ, Chiang VL. Histological changes associated with laser interstitial thermal therapy for radiation necrosis: illustrative cases. Journal Of Neurosurgery Case Lessons 2022, 4: case21373. PMID: 35855352, PMCID: PMC9257400, DOI: 10.3171/case21373.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchLaser interstitial thermal therapyRadiation necrosisInterstitial thermal therapyBrain metastasesAssociated cerebral edemaStage IV diseaseUse of immunotherapyPredictors of responseOngoing immunotherapySurgical decompressionCerebral edemaPerilesional edemaSurgical approachClinical historyLung cancerNeurological compromiseGood patientHistological changesStereotactic radiosurgeryPatientsEarly reductionSized lesionsImmunotherapyTherapyThermal therapy
2020
Pre-operative headaches and obstructive hydrocephalus predict an extended length of stay following suboccipital decompression for pediatric Chiari I malformation
Elsamadicy AA, Koo AB, David WB, Kundishora AJ, Hong CS, Sarkozy M, Kahle KT, DiLuna M. Pre-operative headaches and obstructive hydrocephalus predict an extended length of stay following suboccipital decompression for pediatric Chiari I malformation. Child's Nervous System 2020, 37: 91-99. PMID: 32519127, DOI: 10.1007/s00381-020-04688-2.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPediatric CM-I patientsExtended LOSMultivariate logistic regressionCM-I patientsObstructive hydrocephalusSurgical decompressionSuboccipital decompressionElectrolyte disordersRisk factorsHeadache symptomsHospital-level risk factorsLogistic regressionChiari malformation type IPediatric Chiari I malformationPost-operative complicationsImpact of patientChiari I malformationRisk-adjusted LOSYoung childrenAdmission comorbiditiesMethodsThe KidsPediatric CMHospital stayPatient comorbiditiesPatient demographicsRisk Factors Portending Extended Length of Stay After Suboccipital Decompression for Adult Chiari I Malformation
Elsamadicy AA, Koo AB, Lee M, David WB, Kundishora AJ, Freedman IG, Zogg CK, Hong CS, DeSpenza T, Sarkozy M, Kahle KT, DiLuna M. Risk Factors Portending Extended Length of Stay After Suboccipital Decompression for Adult Chiari I Malformation. World Neurosurgery 2020, 138: e515-e522. PMID: 32147550, PMCID: PMC7379177, DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2020.02.158.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPatient-level factorsMultivariate logistic regressionExtended LOSLOS cohortSurgical decompressionDecompression surgeryOdds ratioGreater overall complication ratesMultiple patient-level factorsLogistic regressionChiari malformation type IAdult Chiari I malformationPatient's baseline comorbidityOverall complication rateRetrospective cohort studyChiari I malformationRisk-adjusted LOSPostoperative complicationsAdult patientsCohort studyComplication ratePatient demographicsSuboccipital decompressionElectrolyte disordersObstructive hydrocephalus
2019
Implantable wireless device for study of entrapment neuropathy
Malka R, Guarin D, Mohan S, Hernández I, Gorelik P, Mazor O, Hadlock T, Jowett N. Implantable wireless device for study of entrapment neuropathy. Journal Of Neuroscience Methods 2019, 329: 108461. PMID: 31626845, PMCID: PMC7325518, DOI: 10.1016/j.jneumeth.2019.108461.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAnimal modelsFunctional lossNeural dysfunctionGrade V injuriesFacial nerve functionSmall animal modelsPartial functional lossComplete functional lossWhisker displacementSurgical decompressionEntrapment syndromeDecompression surgeryNerve functionBell's palsyNerve damageFunctional recoveryGrade IIIFacial nervePeripheral nervesCompartment pressuresMurine modelDisease processInsufficient evidenceLive animal modelsOptimal timing
2015
Superion Interspinous Process Spacer for Intermittent Neurogenic Claudication Secondary to Moderate Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Patel VV, Whang PG, Haley TR, Bradley WD, Nunley PD, Davis RP, Miller LE, Block JE, Geisler FH. Superion Interspinous Process Spacer for Intermittent Neurogenic Claudication Secondary to Moderate Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. Spine 2015, 40: 275-282. PMID: 25494323, DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000000735.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsLumbar spinal stenosisIntermittent neurogenic claudicationInterspinous process spacerNeurogenic claudicationClinical successSpinal stenosisModerate lumbar spinal stenosisPrimary composite endpointRate of complicationsMajority of patientsInvasive treatment alternativeConservative careLeg painSurgical decompressionControl patientsMost patientsComposite endpointNonsurgical managementHigh quality comparative dataPatient complaintsNoninferiority trialBACKGROUND DATAClaudicationInterspinous spacerPatients
2013
Advanced neuroimaging findings of pseudotumoral hemicerebellitis in an elderly male requiring surgical decompression.
Gupta R, Maralani P, Chawla S, Gopal P, Mohan S. Advanced neuroimaging findings of pseudotumoral hemicerebellitis in an elderly male requiring surgical decompression. Journal Of Neurosurgery 2013, 120: 522-7. PMID: 24329022, DOI: 10.3171/2013.11.jns13980.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAgedAnti-Bacterial AgentsC-Reactive ProteinCerebellar DiseasesDecompression, SurgicalHumansImage Processing, Computer-AssistedImmunohistochemistryInfluenza VaccinesLeukocytosisMagnetic Resonance ImagingMaleNeuroimagingNeurosurgical ProceduresPseudotumor CerebriTomography, X-Ray ComputedVaccinationVentriculostomyConceptsPseudotumoral hemicerebellitisSurgical decompressionBilateral cerebellar hemispheresSignificant mass effectAcute cerebellitisT2 hyperintensityCerebellar swellingPediatric populationRare presentationSurgical interventionElderly malesInflammatory processPial enhancementAdvanced neuroimagingCerebellar hemisphereNeuroimaging findingsMR perfusionHemicerebellitisMR spectroscopyMass effectCerebellitisDecompressionMagnetic resonanceSpinal cord compression in pseudohypoparathyroidism
Roberts T, Khasnavis S, Papaliodis D, Citone I, Carl A. Spinal cord compression in pseudohypoparathyroidism. The Spine Journal 2013, 13: e15-e19. PMID: 24060230, DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2013.06.107.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSpinal cord compressionSpinal stenosisCord compressionCase reportSurgical decompressionNeurologic dysfunctionNeurologic functionBed-bound stateCongenital spinal stenosisFunctional upper extremityUnderlying metabolic syndromeLower extremity weaknessBilateral lower extremitiesReports of patientsLower extremity functionRelevant case reportsPatient's neurologic functionPHP type IaIatrogenic paraplegiaSymptomatic stenosisExtremity weaknessYounger patientsInstrumented fusionMetabolic syndromePediatric patients
2009
Compressive Myelopathy of the Cervical Spine in Komodo Dragons (Varanus komodoensis)
Zimmerman DM, Douglass M, Sutherland-Smith M, Aguilar R, Schaftenaar W, Shores A. Compressive Myelopathy of the Cervical Spine in Komodo Dragons (Varanus komodoensis). Journal Of Zoo And Wildlife Medicine 2009, 40: 207-210. PMID: 19368265, DOI: 10.1638/2008-0030.1.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCervical subluxationCompressive myelopathySpinal cord compressionNerve root compressionCause of morbidityMagnetic resonance imagingNormal vertebral anatomyAmbulatory paraparesisCord compressionSurgical decompressionSupportive careRoot compressionCervical scoliosisLigament laxityCervical malformationsInciting causeAntemortem diagnosisCervical spineClinical signsChronic instabilityResonance imagingSubluxationCervical vertebraeMyelopathyVertebral anatomy
2006
Metastatic disease of the spine.
White AP, Kwon BK, Lindskog DM, Friedlaender GE, Grauer JN. Metastatic disease of the spine. Journal Of The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2006, 14: 587-98. PMID: 17030592, DOI: 10.5435/00124635-200610000-00001.Peer-Reviewed Reviews, Practice Guidelines, Standards, and Consensus StatementsConceptsTomography-guided biopsyIndividual patient factorsMetastatic spine diseaseLimitation of motionNew cancer diagnosesMagnetic resonance imagingAxial painCord compressionSurgical decompressionLocal tendernessMetastatic diseaseAnterior approachBone scanPatient factorsNeurologic compromiseNerve rootsPlain radiographsFrequent presentationPainful lesionsSpinal lesionsSpine diseaseRadionuclide studiesSpinal instabilitySpinal examinationSpine surgeons
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