Neurosurgery
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The occurrence of benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors (PNSTs) is not uncommon. The surgical excision of symptomatic benign PNSTs along with preservation of the affected nerve and its function is an ideal treatment option. ⋯ Benign PNSTs have excellent clinical outcome, and the goal for surgical treatment is total to gross total excision of the tumor with neural preservation.
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Despite many publications about cerebral cavernous malformations (CCMs), controversy remains regarding diagnostic and management strategies. ⋯ Current evidence supports recommendations for the management of CCM, but their generally low levels and classes mandate further research to better inform clinical practice and update these recommendations. The complete recommendations document, including the criteria for selecting reference citations, a more detailed justification of the respective recommendations, and a summary of controversies and knowledge gaps, was similarly peer reviewed and is available on line www.angioma.org/CCMGuidelines .