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According to a New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM Group) study, a dramatic, threefold reduction in repeat operations in patients surgically treated for chronic subdural hematoma was achieved when the artery supplying the brain covering was blocked! Headache, weakness and seizures may be symptoms of chronic subdural hematomas, which become more common as we age. To treat them, patients undergo brain surgery, but hematomas can recur, requiring additional surgery. The EMBOLISE clinical trial proves how it’s possible to sharply reduce the need for repeat surgeries. Of the 400 trial participants, 40 were enrolled through UBMD Neurosurgery (of UBMD Physicians' Group) and treated through the Gates Vascular Institute (of Kaleida Health). The national trial was led by Jason Davies, MD, PhD, associate professor of University at Buffalo Neurosurgery (UBNS) at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, and Jared Knopman, MD, associate professor of neurological surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine. The paper lists more than 40 co-authors from participating centers. » Learn more on why Davies says they are changing the treatment for this common disease: http://ms.spr.ly/6044W4yAG #UBuffalo #NEJM #SubduralHematoma #EMBOLISE #Neurosurgery #BuffaloNY #WesternNewYork #WNY

🧠 Article in Indian Express: “Brain tumour: Even mild persistent headache can be a signs” 🧠Meningiomas are tumours that originate from the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. According to doctors at PSRI Hospital, the 45-year-old patient was facing a complicated battle against this tumour. “Meningiomas, though often asymptomatic in their early stages, can cause focal neurological symptoms as they grow,” says the doctors. The size and location of the tumour in this instance called for treatment. 📌Sharing details of the surgery, Dr Rahul Chawla, associate consultant, neurology, PSRI Hospital say, “Given the complexity of the case, the medical team devised a meticulous surgical plan involving preoperative embolization followed by surgical resection after a 48-hour interval.” “The tumor resection, achieved with minimal periprocedural blood loss, resulted in a positive outcome. The patient experienced no new onset neurological deficits post-surgery,” he adds. #braintumor #meningiomas #patient #brain #health #symptoms #prevention #spinalcord #doctor #doctors #tumour #neurologist #blood #operation #headache #aiims #healthylifestyle #healthcoach

Congratulations to the four #neurosurgeryresidents from Barrow who each received a Kuntz Scholar Award at #SpineSummit2024! This award is granted to the 40 top-scoring abstracts authored by residents and fellows that are submitted to the annual meeting of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, and it supports their travel to the meeting. The award-winning abstracts and their authors are listed below: •Steve Cho, MD, PGY-4: Predicting improvement in global sagittal alignment after lumbar decompression—a novel application for the global alignment and proportions score •Joseph DiDomenico, MD, PGY-6: Does comorbid anxiety and depression portend poor long-term outcomes following surgery for lumbar spondylolisthesis? Five-year analysis of the quality outcomes database •Harrison Farber, MD, PGY-7: In-home virtual reality therapy reduces pain, anxiety, and depression in patients with chronic cervical and lumbar spondylytic pain •Nicholas M. Rabah, MD, PGY-2: Does the duration of preoperative pain impact the surgical outcome in the treatment of lumbar degenerative pathologies?

https://lnkd.in/eKvbmts7 Article title: Visual Impairment in Orbitofrontal and Sphenoidal Fibrous Dysplasia Associated with Sphenoid Sinus Mucocele   Author(s): Claudia Florida Costea; Andrei Cucu*; Victor Vlad Costan; Gabriela Florența Dumitrescu; Anca Sava; Dana Mihaela Turliuc   Journal: Journal of Clinical Research and Ophthalmology   Journal ISSN: 2455-1414 Abstract: The orbitofrontal fibrous dysplasia is a rare, non-malignant disease that involves the development and thickening of craniofacial bones, causing facial asymmetry, visual, neurological and dental complications. Decreased visual acuity in orbitofrontal and sphenoidal fibrous dysplasia appears as a result of compressive lesions on the optic nerve. The aim of this article is to present the ophthalmologic complications due to the association of two entities that both involved the optic nerve: orbitofrontal fibrous dysplasia associated with a large sphenoid sinus mucocele. #FibrousDysplasia #VisualImpairment #SphenoidSinusMucocele #OphthalmologySubspecialties #Optometry #VisualScience #PharmacologyInEyeDiseases #BasicSciences #PrimaryEyeCare #SecondaryEyeCare #PatientSafety #QualityImprovements #NeuroOphthalmology #MedicalEyeCare #SurgicalEyeCare #GlaucomaFilteringProcedure #OcularDrugDesign #ClinicalPsychophysics #DiabeticRetinopathy #CataractSurgery #RefractiveSurgery #PVRStudies #LowVision #PterygiaStudies #PupilLightReflex #Peertechz #PeertechzPublications #SecondaryCataractStudies #RetinalDiseases #RetinalSurgery #SubstancePStudies #Cornea #ExternalEyeDisease #DefensinsForCorneaTransplants #CraniofacialClinic #OptometryClinic #OphthalmicGeneticsClinic #NeuroOphthalmologyClinic #Oculoplastics #TearingDisordersClinic #PediatricRetinaClinic #CornealNeovascularization #ImmunologicalMechanisms #MolecularMechanisms #LaserTherapyInOphthalmology #ImagingInOphthalmology #OcularImmunology #VisionAndOphthalmology #NeuroOphthalmology

https://lnkd.in/gDBu5HYt Article title: Open Partial Nephrectomy: Results from an 8 Year Study Author(s): Goonewardene S*; Shafik A; Chen TF; Makar A Journal: Archives of Clinical Nephrology Journal ISSN: 2581-3870 Abstract: Introduction: Nephron sparing surgery is an effective treatment for RCC. Oncological outcome is equivalent to radical nephrectomy, with the added functional advantage. It is underutilized, especially in tumours in anatomically challenging positions like central and hilar positions. Methods: We analyzed the hospital case notes and electronic records of 90 consecutive cases of partial nephrectomies, done at our hospital over the last 8 years. We collected data on the tumours number, size, position (upper zone, central/hilar and lower zone), histology, margin status, operative time, ischemic time, peri-operative complications, length of stay and recurrences so far. We analysed these data according to tumour site (hilar/central vs. polar). #DiabeticNephropathy #ChronicKidneyDiseases #AcuteKidneyDisease #KidneyFibrosis #KidneyCalculi #RenalFailure #RenalTransplantation #ChronicHaemodialysis #RenalCancer #RenalImpairment #Glomerulonephritis #Urogynecology #ReconstructiveUrology #RenalHypertension #Nephrolithiasis #RenalImmunology #RenalPhysiology #RenalOsteodystrophy #RenovascularDisease #Peertechz #PeertechzPublications #ClinicalNephrology #PediatricNephrology #Neurourology #PediatricUrology #TubulointerstitialDisorders #GeriatricNephrology #Haematuria

Hemispheric surgery for epilepsy is incredibly rewarding, often making young patients seizure-free and altering their lives profoundly. It took a global effort to create the Hemispherectomy Outcome Prediction Scale (HOPS), now freely and publicly available to aid prognostication. Truly heartwarming to see the incredible commitment to advancing epilepsy treatment worldwide 🌍. Special thanks to Dr. Alexander Weil, Dr. Evan Lewis, and Dr. George Ibrahim. Also Evan Dimentberg, M.D., M.Sc. & Joseph (Jia-Shu) Chen. Explore the HOPS calculator here: [HOPS Calculator](https://lnkd.in/gGs4N9nv). #hemispherectomy #neurosurgery #epilepsy

Excited to announce that our manuscript titled "Medical management of chronic subdural hematoma with low-dose hydrocortisone: a case series" has been accepted for publication in Neurosurgical Review, a leading Q1 journal! Chronic subdural hematomas (cSDH) are typically managed through surgery, but our study highlights a promising alternative: low-dose hydrocortisone. By analyzing data from 2017-2023, we demonstrated that this approach can be safe and effective, particularly for patients who are asymptomatic, have mild to moderate symptoms, or are unsuitable for surgery. Our findings show significant reductions in hematoma volumes over time with no complications, suggesting that this treatment could change the standard of care for cSDH. For more details, check out the full abstract and article here: https://lnkd.in/exsY6m_j #Neurosurgery #MedicalResearch #SubduralHematoma #Hydrocortisone #NeurosurgicalReview #Q1Publication #neurosurgery #neuroanatomy #microsurgery #medicaltraining #university #medical #medicine #brain #neurosurgicalreview

🔬 Proud Milestone for Synapse Spine 🔬 In today's age of advanced robotic and minimally invasive spine surgeries, we often focus on innovation and cutting-edge techniques. However, in India, we continue to face the significant challenge of spinal tuberculosis, especially in its multidrug-resistant (MDR) form. At Synapse Spine, we are proud to share our original research on managing MDR spinal TB, which has been published in the internationally recognized Surgical Neurology International (SNI)—a PubMed-indexed journal. Our study provides a comprehensive, standardized protocol for diagnosing and managing MDR spinal TB, drawing from the clinical, radiological, and postoperative outcomes of 21 patients over 24 months. Key takeaways include the successful use of guided biopsies, posterior surgical interventions, and the transition to an extensively drug-resistant (XDR) protocol in cases of treatment failure. As we continue to push the boundaries of spinal care, it's crucial that we remain vigilant in addressing diseases like spinal TB, ensuring our patients receive the best possible outcomes with evidence-based approaches. 📞 74998 98303 | 93211 24611 🌐 www.synapsespine.in 📌 Locations: Mumbai Central, Bandra, Andheri, Borivali, Miraroad, Bhayander, Vasai, Virar, Chembur #Research #MDRSpinalTB #SynapseSpine #SpineSurgery #SpinalTuberculosis #Orthopedics #SNI #MedicalResearch #MedicalInnovation #SpineCare #SpineSpecialists #RoboticSurgery #MDRTB #SpineSurgeons #SurgicalNeurology #HealthcareResearch #AdvancedMedicine #GlobalHealth #SurgicalExcellence #MinimallyInvasiveSurgery #Neurosurgery #OrthopedicSurgery #PatientOutcomes #MedicalAdvancements