World Neurosurg
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We assessed the feasibility of using compressed sensing accelerated, low-velocity encoded, isotropic resolution phase contrast (CLIP) magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) for avascular trajectory planning of stereoelectroencephalography. ⋯ In the present study, CLIP-MRA provided a clear cortical vascular display noninvasively without intravascular contrast and radiation. The middle meningeal artery and diploic and emissary veins were the main conflict vessels and could be clearly displayed using CLIP-MRA but not CTA.
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The albumin/fibrinogen ratio (AFR) is an independent predictor of clinical outcomes of some diseases; however, the prognostic value of AFR and the admission Hunt-Hess (HH) score is still unclear for patients with an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH). This study aimed to assess the relationship between the AFR-HH score and 6-month outcomes of aSAH patients. ⋯ A low AFR during the perioperative period is associated with unfavorable outcomes for aSAH patients at 6 months. The combination of the AFR and admission HH scale score provides superior predictive capacity to either the AFR or HH scale score alone.
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To describe patients, perioperative care, and outcomes undergoing supratentorial and infratentorial craniotomy for brain tumor resection in a tertiary-care hospital in Ethiopia. ⋯ These findings suggest that certain factors may impact patient outcomes following craniotomy for tumor resection. By identifying these factors, health care providers may be better equipped to develop individualized treatment plans and improve patient outcomes. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of postoperative monitoring and management to prevent complications.
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Surgery performed at night and on weekends is thought to be associated with increased complications. However, the impact of time of day on outcomes has not been studied within cranial neurosurgery. We aim to determine if there are differences in outcomes for cranial neurosurgery performed after hours (AH) compared with during hours (DH). ⋯ This study suggests that operating AH does not appear to negatively impact outcomes when compared with operating DH, in cases of cranial neurosurgical emergencies. Further study assessing the impact on elective neurosurgical cases is required.
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To evaluate and describe neurosurgery applicant perceptions of the postinterview communication (PIC) process during the US residency match. ⋯ This is the first study to describe the perceptions of PIC and behaviors of neurosurgery applicants during the US residency match process. Standardized PIC practices may help to ensure transparency and relieve stress for applicants during the match process.