World Neurosurg
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To examine current neurosurgical oncology leadership trends and provide a guide for those interested in obtaining fellowship directorship, we investigated fellowship director (FD) demographic, educational, and leadership characteristics. ⋯ Through the characterization of current leaders in the field, we provide valuable information with regards to training location trends, research productivity goals, career timelines, and target journal/national academic society involvement worth consideration among young trainees when making career decisions and plans.
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Computed tomography (CT), Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and 3D reconstruction from Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) are currently used in clinical consultations for patients diagnosed with intracranial aneurysms; however, they have limitations in helping patients understand the disease and possible treatments. This study investigates the use of a 3D-printed model of the patients' neurosurgical anatomy and vascular pathology as an educational tool in outpatient clinics. ⋯ Using a 3D model improves communication, enhances the patient's understanding of the pathology and its treatment and potentially facilitates the informed consent process in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm surgery.
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To assess agreement between pedicle screw placement evaluated on postoperative computed tomography (CT) and on intraoperative cone-beam CT (CBCT) and compare procedure characteristics when using first-generation and second-generation robotic C-arm systems in the hybrid operating room. ⋯ Intraoperative CBCT provides accurate assessment of pedicle screw placement and enables intraoperative repositioning of misplaced screws.
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Nonmalignant meningioma (NM) is the most common brain tumor in the United States (U.S.), accounting for 54% of nonmalignant brain tumors. This study aims to investigate the causes of death in NM patients and their possible associations with demographic factors. ⋯ This is the first U.S. population-based study to investigate the causes of death in NM patients. We found that non-tumor diseases accounted for the majority of deaths. The risks of mortality caused by heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer disease were significantly elevated. These data can help improve survival outcomes for NM patients, particularly if adjusted by demographic risk factors.
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Aquaporin-4 (AQP4) is a significant factor in transcellular and transepithelial water movement, and abnormal expression of AQP4 has been detected in many types of tumors. The purpose of this study was to explore its role in low-grade gliomas (LGG) using freely available online bioinformatics tools. ⋯ AQP4 is a prognostic marker in LGG and its subgroups. Patients with lower AQP4 expression may have longer OS.