Pub Date : 2024-06-28DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101578
Suleiman S. Daoud , Mohammad A. Jamous , Mohammed M. Al Barbarawi , Sultan Jarrar , Amer Jaradat , Ahmed S. Aljabali , Mohammad K. Altal , Atef F. Hulliel , Ethar A. Hazaimeh , Omar F. Jbarah , Mohammad A. Alsharman , Adam Abdallah
Background
Posterior fossa epidural hematoma (PFEDH) is rare, occurring in less than 3% of head injuries. It can be managed either operatively or non-operatively. Management guidelines date from 2006, without recent updates providing class III evidence.
Method
We searched PubMed and other databases for English language observational studies up to 2021 that compared the two treatment approaches for PFEDH and.
Results
Twenty-four of the 350 references, for involving 874 patients, met the study criteria. Conservative management showed higher GOS 5 scores and lower mortality. GCS 13–15 patients were more prevalent in the conservative group. Surgical cases often involved ventriculomegaly/compression, hydrocephalus or contusion.
Conclusion
The study shed light on surgical versus conservative PFEDH management, although evidence is sparse. Generally, conservative methods showed better initial outcomes, and should be preferred. However, respect of individual patient traits and Brain Trauma Foundation guidelines is crucial: conservative management may not suit all cases. To enhance the evidence base, RCTs are important for optimal PFEDH management. Bridging this gap can substantially improve patient outcomes and clinical decision-making, emphasizing the need to consider both the available evidence and patient-specific factors for effective guidance.
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Pub Date : 2024-06-28DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101580
Charles Champeaux Depond , Dahmane Elhairech , Philippe Metellus , Pierre Dudouet
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Pub Date : 2024-06-25DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101579
Nathan Beucler
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Pub Date : 2024-06-22DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101577
Meissa Hamza , Angela Elia , Luca Paun , Benoit Hudelist , Xavier Schumacher , Marco Demasi , Catherine Oppenheim , Fabrice Chretien , Marc Zanello , Alexandre Roux , Johan Pallud
Background
To better predict the postoperative functional outcomes of patients operated on for a spinal meningioma, we assessed: 1) the prevalence of good and poor postoperative functional outcomes following surgery; 2) the impact of age and frailty on postoperative functional outcomes.
Methods
In this retrospective cohort study, we screened adult patients operated on for a spinal meningioma from 2005 to 2022. Inclusion criteria were: 1) patients ≥18 years; 2) histopathological diagnosis of meningioma; 3) location to the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine (foramen magnum meningioma excluded); 4) surgery as first-line treatment; and 5) available postoperative follow-up ≥1 year. Clinical outcomes were assessed using the modified McCormick scale preoperatively and at one-year of postoperative follow-up.
Results
In this single institution experience of 59 cases, we found that: 1) surgical resection positively impacts patients’ functional outcomes, 91.2% either showing an improved or maintained good postoperative neurological status defined by a modified McCormick scale score ≤ II; 2) a good modified McCormick scale status was achieved in 84.2% of patients at one postoperative year; 3) 87.5% of patients who were not improved postoperatively maintained an overall good neurological status defined by a modified McCormick scale score ≤ II; and 4) frail or aged patients were not at a higher risk of poor postoperative functional outcomes.
Conclusion
Surgical resection positively impacts outcomes of patients operated for a spinal meningioma. Sex, presence of a meningioma-related myelopathy, extent of resection, and occurrence of surgery-related postoperative complications, but not age or frailty, predict postoperative functional outcomes.
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Pub Date : 2024-06-21DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101576
Qiang Li , Kai Zhang , Hanruo Liu , Shijia Zhai , Yanfei Jia , Tian Li , Yawen Pan
Objective
Pineal tumors are relatively rare central nervous system lesions with a predilection for the pediatric population. This article aims to explore the clinical effects of neuroendoscopic infratentorial supracerebellar approach for resecting tumors in the pineal area.
Methods
This is a retrospective study that included patients who underwent neuroendoscopic infratentorial supracerebellar approach to resect nine tumors in the pineal area at the Department of Neurosurgery of the Second Hospital of Lanzhou University from December 2017 to October 2023.
Results
The results of postoperative MRI revealed that all tumors were resected. Five patients received postoperative radiotherapy, three patients received radiotherapy along with chemotherapy, and one patient received neither radiotherapy nor chemotherapy. The pathological results showed that four patients were diagnosed with germinoma, two patients with teratoma, two patients with mixed germ cell tumors, and one patient with central neurocytoma. After surgery, one patient developed psychiatric symptoms, two patients developed binocular upward vision and diplopia, and one patient developed unstable walking and diplopia. With a follow-up of 1.7–4.8 years, all nine patients lived normally. Furthermore, none of them had tumor recurrence or death.
Conclusion
The simple neuroendoscopic infratentorial supracerebellar approach has some safety and efficacy. It is suitable for tumors in the pineal region where the disease is mainly located below the Galen vein complex.
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Pub Date : 2024-06-18DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101575
Marianna Evangelia Kapsetaki
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Pub Date : 2024-06-08DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101573
Lucas Ribeiro , Clément Dunoyer , Aude Trinquet , Federico Cagnazzo , Julien Boetto , Marine Le Corre
Background
Adult intracranial capillary hemangioma (ICH) is an extremely rare disease with very few cases reported in the literature. Natural history is poorly understood and therapeutic management has not been clearly defined.
Methods
Using PRISMA guidelines, we systematically reviewed all published adult cases of ICH, to which we added our own case.
Case presentation
A 24-year-old patient with intracranial hypertension underwent stenting for left transverse sinus ICH. Recurrence was managed by subtotal resection, and radiotherapy was undertaken after a second relapse. Radiotherapy achieved complete response at last follow-up.
Results
Among cases of ICH found in the literature, 36 concerned adults (55.3%), with clear female predominance, and only 2 cases affecting the transverse sinus (8.1%). Adult ICHs grew over time, and pregnancy seemed to accelerate natural progression. Complete resection was achieved in most cases, and radiotherapy was used in case of relapse, with high rates of tumor control.
Conclusion
Transverse sinus ICH is uncommon, and venous stenting is a suitable option in case of tumor invasion to treat intracranial hypertension. Surgery is the gold-standard treatment, and radiotherapy is a very effective alternative, with high rates of tumor control. Natural history is not benign, particularly in case of pregnancy.
背景成人颅内毛细血管瘤(ICH)是一种极为罕见的疾病,文献中报道的病例极少。病例介绍 一位 24 岁的颅内高压患者因左侧横窦 ICH 接受了支架植入术。复发后进行了次全切除术,第二次复发后进行了放疗。结果在文献中发现的 ICH 病例中,36 例为成人(55.3%),女性明显占多数,只有 2 例影响横窦(8.1%)。成人 ICH 会随着时间的推移逐渐增大,而妊娠似乎会加速自然进展。结论:横窦 ICH 并不常见,在肿瘤侵犯的情况下,静脉支架植入术是治疗颅内高压的合适选择。手术是金标准治疗方法,放疗是非常有效的替代方法,肿瘤控制率高。自然病史并非良性,尤其是在妊娠的情况下。
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Ruptured vertebral artery dissecting aneurysm (VADA) is often treated surgically with coil embolization and sometimes recurs. We herein report a case of recurrent ruptured VADA after stent-assisted coil embolization (SAC) that was successfully treated with flow alteration surgery using a radial artery (RA) graft.
Case Description
A 67-year-old woman presented with headache and coma. Enhanced CT revealed subarachnoid hemorrhage due to right VADA. Since the left VA was hypoplastic, the aneurysm was treated with SAC. However, follow-up angiography revealed recurrence of the aneurysm. Additional embolization was not considered due to the small size of the recurrent lesion and the presence of a stent; therefore, flow alteration surgery was performed using a RA graft. There were no neurological deficits after surgery or recurrence.
Conclusion
Flow alteration surgery using a RA graft is useful for recurrent VADA after SAC.
背景破裂的椎动脉剥脱性动脉瘤(VADA)通常采用线圈栓塞术进行手术治疗,但有时会复发。我们在此报告了一例支架辅助线圈栓塞术(SAC)后复发的椎动脉夹层动脉瘤,通过使用桡动脉(RA)移植物进行血流改变手术成功治疗了该患者。增强 CT 显示右侧 VADA 导致蛛网膜下腔出血。由于左侧 VA 发育不良,因此用 SAC 治疗了动脉瘤。然而,随访血管造影显示动脉瘤复发。由于复发病灶较小,且存在支架,因此没有考虑进行额外的栓塞治疗;因此,使用 RA 移植进行了血流改变手术。结论使用 RA 移植物进行血流改变手术对 SAC 后复发的 VADA 很有用。
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Anterior sacral meningocele is a rare congenital disorder, occurring isolated or in syndromic disease.
Case report
A 15-year-old patient who complained of abdominal pain and urinary dysfunction was managed surgically. Imaging diagnosed a giant presacral meningocele and agenesis of the coccyx.
Discussion
The presentation of sacral meningocele can be poorly symptomatic, which is why some patients are diagnosed late. Sometimes, diagnosis is suggested by non-specific abdominal symptoms or complications. Abdominal-pelvic radiological examination and lumbar spine MRI are essential, and treatment must be surgical. There are several surgical approaches, but currently no consensus.
Conclusion
An unusual huge presacral cystic mass in a young patient may be isolated or part of a syndrome, and can be asymptomatic for a long time, leading to late diagnosis. The surgical approach should be based on multidisciplinary discussion. We operated on a giant anterior sacral meningocele in a child using a posterior approach, with a satisfactory result.
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Pub Date : 2024-05-28DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2024.101570
Olivia E. Speed , Soroush Farsi , Kaersti Rickels , Vijay A. Patel , Anna Bareiss , John Dornhoffer , Robert A. Saadi
Objective
Auditory Brainstem Implants (ABI) are used to restore hearing in patients lacking appropriate cochlear anatomy and/or cochlear nerve. The objective of this study was to examine the Manufacture and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database to analyze adverse events.
Study design
This is a study of a multi-institutional database maintained by the US FDA.
Setting
A database analysis was performed via collaboration of multiple clinicians at tertiary referral centers.
Methods
The MAUDE database was queried for Medical Device Reports (MDRs) relating to ABIs. MDRs were identified using the advanced search term “Implant, Auditory Brainstem” and reviewing all reports with the basic search term “Brainstem Implant”. All collected reports were individually reviewed.
Results
A total of 265 individual patient reports were reviewed, of which 55 reports met inclusion criteria. Reports regarding audiologic outcome included failure to provide hearing benefit (n = 27), implant failure/device malfunction (n = 10), and device non-use (n = 6). Postoperative complications included local skin infection (n = 3), CSF leak (n = 3), elevated ICP (n = 1), surgical site dehiscence (n = 1), swelling (n = 1), seroma formation requiring drainage (n = 1), and meningitis (n = 2). Two patients had dislodged magnets during 1.5 Tesla MRI acquisition. There were 35 instances of full explantation of the device and 1 partial removal; 13 patients had a new device implanted following explantation.
Conclusions
Poor hearing results, device failure, and non-use were commonly reported causes for explanation in this analysis. This information can aid physicians in counseling patients and family members and managing device expectations.
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