Neurosurgery
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Detection of procedural thromboembolism by diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MR-DWI+) can help identify and mitigate endovascular risk factors. Data remain scant on procedural MR-DWI+ following the use of the Neuroform open-cell design stent in aneurysm embolization. ⋯ The Neuroform stent carries a very low risk of MR-DWI+ compared with its closed-cell design counterpart. Subarachnoid hemorrhage and deployment of multiple stents in the same anatomical region in configurations such as the Y-stent construct did not increase the risk of acute procedural thromboembolism.
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Metastatic spinal cord compression from prostate cancer is a debilitating disease causing neurological deficits, mechanical instability, and intractable pain. Surgical management may improve quality of life. ⋯ Spinal surgery for prostate metastases improves neurological function and decreases analgesic requirements. Our findings support surgical intervention for carefully selected patients, and knowledge of preoperative hormone sensitivity and performance status may help with risk stratification.
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Editorial Historical Article
Commentary: The Roles and Future of Simulation in Neurosurgery.