Pediatric neurosurgery
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Pediatric neurosurgery · Jan 2008
Meta Analysis Comparative StudyMeta-analysis of cranial CT scans in children. A mathematical model to predict radiation-induced tumors.
We aimed to estimate the risks of radiation exposure from a single head CT scan to children of different ages. ⋯ The model predicts that the effective radiation dose from a single head CT is capable of inducing a thyroid or brain tumor in an infant or child. These tumors can severely impact both quality of life and life expectancy. Care should be taken before ordering CT scans in children, particularly in infants and toddlers.
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Pediatric neurosurgery · Jan 2008
Comparative StudyHead injury in children due to cricket ball scenario in developing countries.
The aim of the study was the assessment of head injury caused by cricket ball injury in children. In underdeveloped countries, this is particularly important due to the absence of safety precautions. The study was undertaken to increase the public awareness of the need to reduce the morbidity related to this sport. ⋯ Head injury due to cricket balls can lead to serious consequences even if an innocuous plastic ball is used in place of a conventional cricket ball. Public awareness apart from safety measures is required so that helmets are worn during playing. Change in the nature of the balls may bring a reduction in the severity of head injury.
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Pediatric neurosurgery · Jan 2008
Case ReportsCerebrospinal fluid shunting in children on renal dialysis. Report of two cases.
The concurrent need for both cerebrospinal fluid shunting for hydrocephalus and dialysis for end-stage renal disease is rare. No large case series are found in the literature. ⋯ In one case, a child underwent ventriculoperitoneal shunting, while in the second case ventriculoatrial shunting was performed as the initial procedure. Management strategies and potential complications are discussed.
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Pediatric neurosurgery · Jan 2008
Case ReportsPenetrating intracranial injury due to crochet needle.
Penetrating head injury is uncommon and is always a curiosity in terms of the mechanism involved. The complete extent of the damage can only be known with CT scan of the brain, which at times may be difficult to get, due to the large size of the foreign body. ⋯ This patient, fortunately, escaped without any neurological deficit and complications. The principles of management are highlighted.