Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Jul 2003
Meta AnalysisHead injury as a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease: the evidence 10 years on; a partial replication.
To determine, using a systematic review of case-control studies, whether head injury is a significant risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. We sought to replicate the findings of the meta-analysis of Mortimer et al (1991). ⋯ This study provides support for an association between a history of previous head injury and the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Jul 2003
Meta AnalysisOutcome of contemporary surgery for chronic subdural haematoma: evidence based review.
To evaluate the results of surgical treatment options for chronic subdural haematoma in contemporary neurosurgery according to evidence based criteria. ⋯ The three principal techniques-twist drill craniostomy, burr hole craniostomy, and craniotomy-used in contemporary neurosurgery for chronic subdural haematoma have different profiles for morbidity, mortality, recurrence rate, and cure rate. Twist drill and burr hole craniostomy can be considered first tier treatment, while craniotomy may be used as second tier treatment. A cumulative summary of data shows that, overall, the postoperative outcome of chronic subdural haematoma has not improved substantially over the past 20 years.