Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)
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Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) · Aug 2017
Multicenter StudyEndovascular Treatment of Large and Giant Carotid Aneurysms with Flow-Diverter Stents Alone or in Combination with Coils: A Multicenter Experience and Long-Term Follow-up.
Although flow diverters (FDs) have been widely accepted by neurointerventionists, their safety has yet to be fully defined. Stratification by aneurysm size and location is essential for correct evaluation of treatment outcomes and risks of flow diversion. ⋯ Clinical outcomes and rates of intraoperative and postoperative complications did not differ significantly between the groups. Better anatomic results using FD/FDs combined with coils were documented 6 months after the procedure; this option seems to provide a higher aneurysm occlusion rate and reduce the need for retreatment.
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Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) · Apr 2017
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyA Pivotal Randomized Clinical Trial Evaluating the Safety and Effectiveness of a Novel Hydrogel Dural Sealant as an Adjunct to Dural Repair.
A watertight dural repair is critical to minimizing the risk of postoperative complications secondary to cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks. ⋯ The test sealant, Adherus Dural Sealant, is a practical, safe, and effective adjunct to achieving a watertight dural closure after primary dural closure in cranial procedures.