Neurosurgery
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Unplanned readmission after transsphenoidal resection of pituitary adenoma can occur in up to 10% of patients but is unpredictable. ⋯ In this multi-institutional study with outside validation, unplanned readmissions after pituitary adenoma resection were accurately predicted using machine learning techniques. The features identified in this study and the risk stratification system developed could guide clinical and surgical decision making, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the quality of patient care by better identifying high-risk patients for closer perioperative management.
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In patients with C7-T1 brachial plexus avulsions, complete loss of hand function is commonly seen. However, the reconstruction of hand function is difficult. ⋯ Combined nerve and tendon transfers are reliable and effective. This strategy could be an option for hand function reconstruction after C7-T1 brachial plexus injury.