World Neurosurg
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Watertight reconstruction to separate the intradural compartment from the sinonasal cavities is crucial after endoscopic resection with transnasal craniectomy for nasoethmoidal tumors. A 3-layer reconstruction with the iliotibial tract is a safe and reliable alternative when vascularized flaps are unavailable. ⋯ Use of fibrin glue and intradural irrigation may help the surgeon to stabilize the layers during reconstruction. Three-layer reconstruction with the iliotibial tract is a feasible, highly reproducible, safe, and always available option for reconstruction of anterior skull base defects after endoscopic resection with transnasal craniectomy for nasoethmoidal tumors.
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis causes disability through impaired digestion, mastication, speech, and appearance. Surgical treatment increases range of motion with resultant functional improvement. However, substantial perioperative blood loss can occur (up to 3 L) if the internal maxillary artery (IMAX) is injured as it traverses the ankylotic mass. Achieving hemostasis is difficult because of limited proximal IMAX access and poor visualization. Our aim is to investigate the technical feasibility and preliminary safety of preoperative IMAX embolization in patients undergoing TMJ ankylosis surgery. ⋯ Preoperative IMAX embolization before TMJ ankylosis surgery is technically feasible with encouraging preliminary safety. There were no complications from the embolization procedures and surgeries occurred with low volumes of blood loss.
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The Helsinki computed tomography (CT) scoring system was developed to predict long-term outcome in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) 2 years ago; however, it has not yet been external validated. This study aimed to determine whether this system could be used as an independent predictor for TBI. ⋯ The Helsinki CT score showed good prognostic discrimination and can be used as an independent predictor for long-term outcome prediction in patients with TBI.