World Neurosurg
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Comparative Study
Comparison of laminectomy with fusion and laminoplasty treating multilevel cervical spondylotic myelopathy: a single-center retrospective study.
Comparing laminectomy with fusion (LF) and laminoplasty (LP) for treating multilevel cervical spondylotic myelopathy (MCSM) and comparative analysis of neck pain and sagittal cervical parameters. ⋯ LF and LP were efficacious for MCSM. LF relieved neck pain better but caused greater reduction in cervical mobility. Cervical lordosis improvement was significantly correlated with neck pain alleviation.
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This prospective study assesses the acceptance and usefulness of augmented 360° virtual reality (VR) videos for early student education and preparation in the field of neurosurgery. ⋯ This study demonstrated the high acceptance of augmented 360° VR videos as a valuable tool for early student education in neurosurgery. While hands-on training remains indispensable, these videos promote conceptual knowledge, ignite interest in neurosurgery, and provide a much-needed orientation within the operating room. The incorporation of detailed explanations throughout the surgeries with augmentation using superimposed elements, offers distinct advantages over simply observing live surgeries.
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The aim of this study was to explore the effectiveness of a less-invasive posterior spine decompression in complex deformities. We studied the potential advantages of the microendoscopic approach, supplemented by the piezoelectric technique, to decompress both sides of the vertebral canal from a one-sided approach to preserve spine stability, ensuring adequate neural decompression. ⋯ In selected cases, the tailored microendoscopic monolateral approach for bilateral spine decompression with the assistance of piezosurgery is adequate and safe and shows excellent results in terms of spine decompression and stability preservation.
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The purpose of this study was to describe the impact of enteral glyburide on cerebral edema formation and hypoglycemia when used to treat patients diagnosed with acute ischemic stroke (AIS). ⋯ Despite the relatively low rates of intervention for cerebral edema, hypoglycemia was common, especially for patients receiving 5-7 doses of enteral glyburide for the prevention of cerebral edema after moderate-to-severe AIS.
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Review Historical Article
The historical evolution of topographical mapping and nomenclature of the lateral cervical and lateral spinal nuclei.
The intricate organization of nuclei within the dorsolateral funiculus of the spinal cord has long been an area of interest in the field of neuroanatomy. Numerous researchers have endeavored to determine the morphology, neurochemistry, connections, and physiology of the lateral cervical nucleus and lateral spinal nucleus throughout history. ⋯ It synthesizes significant research spanning decades, which together shed light on the nuanced topography of these nuclei, starting from Theodor Ziehen's foundational work in 1903, through Molander's precise mappings, to the detailed contemporary mappings by modern scholars. Despite the wealth of research elucidating the mappings of these nuclei, there remains a need for further investigation into their roles and neurochemical characteristics.