World Neurosurg
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The ability to accurately predict pain generators for chronic neck and back pain remains elusive. ⋯ This study suggests that there is benefit with SPECT-CT specially to guide facet injections after failed prior facet injections.
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Homonymous hemianopia has been reported after brain tumor resection with a significant effect on quality of life. Nevertheless, no standardized methods exist for intraoperative optical radiation mapping. The purpose of this article is to describe a new intraoperative task for visual mapping and to review the existing literature. ⋯ The use of DES might be associated with a better outcome (level IV evidence). However, standardization of intraoperative tasks during DES could be improved. In this context, the Central and Peripheral Image task might be an adequate tool for the resection of tumors affecting the optic radiations.
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European Reference Networks (ERNs) are networks involving hospitals with particular expertise in rare conditions. ERN-CRANIO focuses on rare disorders of the skull and face including craniosynostosis. ⋯ This study provides a useful snapshot of current standards of care in craniosynostosis across the high-volume centers of the ERN. Going forward, these results can be used to direct more detailed analysis of current practice, which will then be useful for constructing a management guideline for patients presenting with both single-suture and multisutural craniosynostosis.