World Neurosurg
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Social media has become an important communication tool in modern life, and its use is undoubtedly increasing worldwide. Given the rising importance of social media in the health care system, little is known about neurosurgeons' social media use and interactions in the context of professional purposes. This study aimed to analyze social media usage and opinions among neurosurgeons in terms of age, gender, and practice setting. ⋯ Social media use, opinions, and attitudes among neurosurgeons vary depending on their age, gender, and practice setting. Most neurosurgeons stated that the use of social media could have beneficial and advantageous effects on neurosurgery practice, while the frequency of misleading information and lack of privacy were perceived as barriers.
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Neurovascular compression syndromes have well characterized clinical symptoms, but precise identification of the pathologic contact between the nerves and vessels can be challenging at neuroimaging. Considering that neurovascular contacts are frequent imaging findings in asymptomatic patients, correct visualization of pathological contact is crucial for the diagnosis and surgical planning. We have used magnetic resonance imaging fusion by overlaying color-coded T1-weighted postcontrast onto high-resolution T2-weighted images to better delineate imaging findings by enhancing vascular structures.
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The operating microscope is a foundational tool in modern neurosurgery. Operating microscopes serve increasingly as the lynchpin for highly sophisticated visualization platforms incorporating many complementary technologies. ⋯ In this article, we document our experience using the QEVO microinspection tool in a series of complex cranial neurosurgery procedures. This report focuses on the handling, visualization, and overall utility of the QEVO tool for achieving optimal visualization in deep cranial corridors.
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In this study, we sought to characterize contemporary trends in cost and utilization of spinal cord stimulation (SCS). ⋯ Despite a declining contemporary trend in inpatient SCS, an increase was noted in admission costs and hospital charges. A significant declining trend was noted in revision SCS implantations due to device-related complications.
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To evaluate the effect of pedicle angle measurement in preoperative axial computed tomography in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) on correct thoracic screw placement in free-hand technique on 3-dimensional printing AIS models. ⋯ Measurement of pedicle axial axes of preoperative thoracic vertebrae on computed tomography in patients with AIS offers more reliable screwing in free-hand technique.