World Neurosurg
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Review
Stem Cells in the Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury: A Review of Currently Registered Clinical Trials.
Spinal cord injury (SCI) affects around 18,000 individuals annually, representing nearly one-third of all paralysis cases. Stem cell therapy, a focal point in contemporary neuroregeneration research for SCI treatment, holds potential in leveraging undifferentiated stem cells to regenerate damaged tissues. This study seeks to comprehensively analyze current clinical trials exploring the potential use of stem cells in treating spinal cord injuries. ⋯ The promising potential of stem cells in neuroregenerative SCI treatment necessitates further exploration through large-scale, multicenter clinical trials to enhance understanding and guide wider adoption of this emerging treatment paradigm.
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Review Case Reports
"Clinical and Radiologic Follow-up in Ecchordosis Physaliphora: A Case Series and Literature Review".
This study endeavors to assess the clinical and radiologic findings of ecchordosis physaliphora (EP) in patients under long-term observation at our clinic as well as in cases reviewed from the existing literature. ⋯ Utilizing a combination of imaging modalities, ensuring a clear radiological distinction between EP and chordoma, can offer substantial advantages in this context. Given that EP might be incidentally discovered and nonresistant symptoms may resolve on their own, considering conservative treatment before surgery may be a viable option in all cases.