Neurosurgery
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In general, stiffness-related functional disability (SRFD) is expected to increase as longer fusion length, but there have been no studies on factors affecting SRFD besides fusion length. ⋯ This study showed that female sex, higher American Society of Anesthesiology grades, and longer fusion length influenced SRFD after long segmental fusion for ASD. Sagittal parameters related to the degree of deformity correction did not significantly affect SRFD.
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Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) for glioblastoma (GBM) has been reserved for poor surgical candidates and deep "inoperable" lesions. We present the first reported series of LITT for surgically accessible recurrent GBM (rGBM) that would otherwise be treated with surgical resection. ⋯ We found no difference in survival outcomes or morbidity between LITT and repeat surgery for surgically accessible rGBM while LITT resulted in shorter hospital stays and more efficient postoperative care.